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Osimhen Named MOTM In Napoli’s Win Against Braga

Victor Osimhen scooped the Man of the Match award following Napoli’s 2-1 win against Braga on Wednesday night.

The Serie A holders defeated their hosts 2-1 at the Estadio Municipal de Braga.

Captain Giovanni Di Lorenzo gave Napoli the lead in the 45th minute.

Braga leveled scores through Bruma four minutes from time.

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Sikou Niakate however diverted the ball into his own net late on to give Napoli maximum points in the game.

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Osimhen missed a couple of chances in the game.

Highlighting Osimhen’s impressive performance, UEFA wrote on their official website: Fast and powerful, extremely dangerous in the box and brilliant play with his back to goal.”

The 24-year-old has now failed to register a goal in his last three appearances across all competitions for Napoli.

Napoli will return to action on Sunday against Bologna in the Serie A.

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