Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen returned to action for Napoli in their 0-0 draw against Hellas Verona at the Stadio Diego Maradona.
Osimhen sustained an injury while on international duty with Nigeria last month. Because of the setback, he missed Napoli’s last three games. He missed the Partenopeans’ 4-0 loss to AC Milan in Serie A, and their 2-1 win against Lecce, before missing their 1-0 loss to AC Milan in the quarterfinal of the UEFA Champions League last week.
Coach Luciano Spalletti opted to introduce the Super Eagles star into the game in the 70th minute. Osimhen made his presence felt immediately. It was goalless when he entered the game, but his runs and physicality gave the Hellas Verona defenders problems.
Osimhen could have scored late on in the game, but his wicked shot just hit the woodwork. It ended all square after 90 minutes.
However, he would surely lead the line when Napoli welcome AC Milan for the second leg of their UEFA Champions League quarterfinal tie.