AFCON 2023: Fans React As CAF Subjects Victor Osimhen to Multiple Doping Tests Ahead of Angola Clash

• The Super Eagles of Nigeria put in an energetic display in the AFCON win against Cameroon
• Forward Victor Osimhen was at the centre of the highly combative showing by the Nigerians
• The Confederation of African Football anti-doping body have subjected the forward to a series of test

The dynamic and spirited performance by Nigeria's Super Eagles against perennial rivals Cameroon is causing quite a buzz among the key stakeholders of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) anti-doping body.

Jose Peseiro’s team put in a combative display against the Indomitable Lions that has been widely regarded as a perfect advert for AFCON and the performance of the tournament so far.

Following the thrilling 2-0 victory over Cameroon, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) anti-doping body promptly conducted surprise tests on several Nigerian players.

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Notable names like Victor Osimhen, William Troost-Ekong, and Moses Simon were among the eight randomly selected players subjected to testing by the anti-doping committee.

While random testing is a routine practice in football, a recent report from media outlet Brila.net revealed that Osimhen, a pivotal figure in the crucial win against Cameroon, underwent an additional round of testing, with both sets of results confirming negative outcomes.

This report has sparked widespread discussion among fans in anticipation of the upcoming match against Angola, with many expressing their frustration on social media regarding the tournament's anti-doping procedures.

Nigerians’ react to Osimhen doping tests

@Olatu125 expressed visible frustration, commenting,

"What exactly are they searching for?"

@Bamitale_ola took a slightly spiritual tone, writing,

"Let them persist, and they'll witness us clinching the trophy 🏆 by God's grace."

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@IbrahimHorlami1 also stated,

"Do they think we are cheats? Regardless of their intentions, we will still soar."

Despite the repeated tests the players have undergone, Nigerians eagerly await another exceptionally spirited performance from their team as they prepare to face Angola.

Angola handed crucial boost

Sports Brief in another report stated Nigeria’s Super Eagles rivals, Angola, have received crucial boosts ahead of their quarter-final tie.

The Palancas Negras have welcomed the return of forwards, Gelson Dala and Alfredo Ribeiro, in addition to Jeremie Bela, who rejoins the squad after being excused for the birth of his son.