Victor Osimhen, Nigeriaās star striker and one of the most electrifying forwards in world football, recently opened up about a personal moment that highlights just how much he admires the gameās greats. In a candid interview, the Napoli forward revealed that he once waited a full hour just to take a selfie with his idol, Cristiano Ronaldo.
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The moment came during a match against Ronaldoās Al-Nassr in a preseason friendly. Despite being a high-profile player in his own right, Osimhen didnāt let pride get in the way of honoring someone he has long looked up to. āI waited patiently because itās Ronaldo,ā Osimhen said. āHeās one of the greatest ever. Just to be close to him is a privilege.ā
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According to Osimhen, Ronaldo didnāt disappoint. The Portuguese legend not only posed for a photo but also exchanged a few words that left a lasting impression. āHe told me to keep working hard, stay humble, and never stop improving,ā Osimhen shared. āComing from him, that meant everything.ā
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But Osimhenās admiration doesnāt stop with Ronaldo. He also expressed similar respect for Lionel Messi and Neymar, stating that he wouldnāt hesitate to collect memorabilia or photos with themāeven if it came after a crushing 10-0 defeat. āItās about respecting greatness,ā he said. āResults come and go, but the chance to interact with icons like that doesnāt happen every day.ā
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The story reveals a side of Osimhen fans donāt always see: humble, grounded, and deeply appreciative of those who paved the way. Itās a refreshing reminder that even footballās rising stars still have heroesāand that reverence, not ego, often defines true gre
atness.
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