Birmingham City manager has praised Super Eagles defender Bright Osayi-Samuel for his impressive display at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The club boss said the Nigerian international showed quality, discipline and consistency throughout the tournament, earning admiration from both fans and coaches.

Osayi-Samuel was a regular starter for Nigeria during AFCON 2025, where the Super Eagles finished strongly and picked up individual and team recognition. The Birmingham City manager noted that the full-back’s energy, defensive awareness and attacking runs stood out, describing his performances as “top level” and encouraging.

According to the manager, Osayi-Samuel’s showing in Morocco reflects his growth as a player and his readiness to take on bigger responsibilities at club level. He added that international tournaments like AFCON help players gain confidence and sharpen their game, which ultimately benefits their clubs.

The Birmingham City boss expressed hope that Osayi-Samuel will carry the same form into the rest of the season, stressing that the club is proud of his contribution on the continental stage. The defender is expected to play a key role for Birmingham City as the campaign continues.