Believe in Oseni

As a last-minute signing in the 2022 pre-season transfer window for Song Lam Nghe An, Oseni immediately scored on his debut in the match against Saigon FC. In subsequent matches, the Nigerian striker continued to prove his worth, consistently contributing to the team's victories. With three goals and one assist in his first six games, Oseni seemed like a perfect signing for Song Lam Nghe An.

Oseni scored the only goal in the first leg against Hong Linh Ha Tinh. Photo: Chung Nguyen

However, the constant missed opportunities have eroded the confidence of the 31-year-old striker, and he has also lost his starting position in the Nghe An team. Relegating Oseni to the bench was a reluctant move by coach Huy Hoang, because in Song Lam Nghe An's attack, besides Olaha and Phan Van Duc, no one is more capable than the striker wearing the number 91 jersey. This could be a tactic by the Nghe An coaching staff to motivate Oseni, aiming to rekindle his desire to play and also to warn other players who have been underperforming recently.

Facing Hong Linh Ha Tinh, the team currently second to last in the V.League 2022 standings, is an opportunity for Oseni to rediscover his goal-scoring form. Hong Linh Ha Tinh's defense is one of the worst, having conceded 22 goals in 15 matches. The central defensive pairing of Janclesio Santos and Trinh Van Loi may be excellent in aerial duels, but their agility and ability to cover for each other are lacking. Watching Victor Mansaray score in Nam Dinh Club's 2-0 victory over Hong Linh Ha Tinh, fans can see a familiar resemblance to Oseni.OseniEvery day. In a counter-attacking defensive formation, Oseni's speed and ability to make runs will be a crucial strategic asset for coach Huy Hoang. In the first leg, Oseni scored the only goal of the match with a powerful header in the 16th minute. Hopefully, Oseni's scoring prowess will continue in the upcoming match.

Oseni is very active in training, hoping to regain his form soon. (Photo: Duc Anh)

However, to bring out Oseni's formidable and dangerous potential, the Song Lam Nghe An coaching staff must help the Nigerian striker overcome his psychological burden and rekindle his enthusiasm for the game. Fans in Nghe An believe that just one goal to break his scoring drought will help the Nigerian forward regain his confidence and his natural goal-scoring instinct.

With one-third of the V.League 2022 season still remaining, Oseni's resurgence is crucial for Song Lam Nghe An at this time. And the match...Nghe Tinh DerbyHopefully, this will be a milestone for the resurgence of striker Oseni as well as Song Lam Nghe An.

Spring Quy