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Victor Osimhen sent off for the first time in Napoli’s defeat of Real Sociedad

Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen was shown a red card in Napoli’s 1-0 Europa League win at Real Sociedad.

Osimhen was dismissed by referee Craig Pawson for a second caution after elbowing Robin Le Normand.

The Nigeria international was shown the way out by referee Craig Pawson in the third minute of added time for a second caution.

This is the first time Osimhen would be sent off in his professional career.