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FootballNapoli vs AC Milan: Cubana Chiefpriest, Peter Okoye Spotted in Naples Supporting Victor Osimhen
- Victor Osimhen grabbed a late goal in Napoli’s 1-1 draw with AC Milan in the second leg of their Champions League fixture
- It was too little too late as Milan proceeded to the semifinal of the tournament with a 2-1 aggregate scoreline
- Nigerian music superstar Peter Okoye and socialite Cubana Chiefpriest were spotted in Naples cheering the Super Eagles forward
Nigerian celebrities Peter Okoye and Cubana Chiefpriest were spotted at the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium in Italy during the Champions League clash between Napoli and AC Milan.
It was fight-to-finish on Tuesday night, but Milan scraped out a hard-fought draw to end Napoli’s dream of a semifinal.
Having won 1-0 at the San Siro a week earlier, the Rossoneri took the lead again in Naples, courtesy of an easy finish by Olivier Giroud.
The former Chelsea striker had missed a penalty earlier in the game when goalkeeper Alex Meret saved his effort.
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Napoli fought until the end, and Osimhen struck with a header in stoppage time of the second half to make it 1-1, but it was too little too late as Milan go through 2-1 on aggregate.
After the game's final whistle, proud Nigerian stars, Peter Okoye of the P Square family, and Cubana Chiefpriest were spotted hailing their Nigerian brother.
Peter Okoye wrote:
“Proud of you bro @victorosimhen9. You did what has to be done, You played your part as expected. You had your chance and you scored! #Blessed.”
Cubana Chiefpriest added:
“And Our African Best Player @victorosimhen9 Scored. @peterpsquare @drewuyi Make We Go Find Better Italian Pasta & Red Wine.”
Osimhen downplays transfer rumours
Sports Brief earlier reported on Osimhen downplaying transfer rumours linking him with Premier League clubs.
Lukaku breaks silence after racism incident involving Juventus fans
FootballWhile answering questions during the international break, he said it would be disrespectful to discuss the matter.
Osimhen added he would no longer comment about his future with the Italian club until he felt it was appropriate regarding his possible move away from the Italian club.