Rigobert Song questions world-class status of Osimhen and Lookman
Former Cameroon captain Rigobert Song has stirred discussion by stating that Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman are not world-class players, despite their recent accolades. Song made these remarks in a video shared by ESPN, where he was asked to assess top Africa Cup of Nations talents. Both Osimhen and Lookman have recently been named African Player of the Year, yet Song did not include them among his world-class picks. His comments have sparked debate considering the duo's recent achievements.
Match highlights
- Rigobert Song said no when asked if Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman are world-class, despite their recent African Player of the Year awards.
- Song classified 15 out of 18 mentioned players as world-class, excluding Osimhen and Lookman.
- Osimhen was named African footballer of the year in 2023 after leading Napoli to a historic Serie A title and Champions League quarter-finals.
- Lookman, crowned African footballer of the year in 2024, played a key role in Atalanta’s Europa League win, scoring a hat-trick in the final.
- Song, now coaching the Central African Republic, is one of Africa’s most decorated footballers, with a record eight Africa Cup of Nations appearances and titles in 2000 and 2002.
