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Serie A’s Top Strikers: Mourinho Remarks On Osimhen, Lukaku
AS Roma’s head coach, Jose Mourinho, has made a bold statement, emphasizing the striking prowess of Victor Osimhen and Romelu Lukaku in the Italian league.
Mourinho, known for his insights, praised the duo ahead of the clash between Roma and defending champions Napoli at Stadio Olimpico today. This match sets the stage for Osimhen and Lukaku, who have previously faced off in Serie A.
Napoli secured a 2-1 victory at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona in their last encounter. Osimhen made an impact with an early goal in the 17th minute, while Giovanni Simeone and Stephan El Shaarawy also found the net for their respective teams.
Mourinho, anticipating the face-off, described both strikers as exceptional talents, highlighting their distinct styles of play.
He remarked, “They are two excellent strikers. One connects more with teammates, while the other takes a more direct approach. Serie A should celebrate having them, as they possess the calibre to excel in any top league.”
When questioned about Didier Drogba’s comparison to the current stars, Mourinho emphasized their uniqueness, stating, “Drogba was different. Wood Comparing them is challenging, and I’ve never enjoyed it. Osimhen is currently the best African player, just as Didier was for many years. Lukaku, despite his African heritage, identifies as European yet remains among the world’s top strikers. We’re discussing elite players here.”
Recent history favours Napoli, having been unbeaten in their last seven Serie A encounters, winning five and drawing two. Roma seeks their first league victory against Napoli since November 2019, with Napoli dominating the goal tally at 12-3 during their undefeated run.
Statistically, Osimhen has been pivotal for Napoli, scoring seven goals, including crucial early strikes in two matches, placing him among the league’s top scorers for the 2023/2024 season. Conversely, Lukaku has led Roma’s charge with seven goals, three of which opened the scoring, also placing him high on the league’s scoring charts.
Roma’s home record at Stadio Olimpico this season stands strong, with five wins, two draws, and one loss in eight Serie A fixtures. They aim to extend their unbeaten streak to seven matches against Empoli dating back to September 17. On the road, Napoli boasts a similar record with five wins, two draws, and one loss away from Stadio Diego Armando Maradona this season.
In their recent six league outings, Roma clinched three victories, drew twice, and suffered one defeat. Napoli’s form has seen them secure three wins and endure three losses in their last six matches.
The upcoming clash promises an intriguing battle between two of Serie A’s standout strikers, Osimhen and Lukaku, shaping up to be a spectacle fans won’t want to miss.
