Nigeria striker Osimhen nears record with 34 goals

Victor Osimhen is now within striking distance of Rashidi Yekini’s long‑standing record as Nigeria’s all‑time top scorer. The Galatasaray forward’s brace in Nigeria’s 4‑0 victory over Mozambique at the Africa Cup of Nations raised his international tally to 34 goals, just three short of Yekini’s 37‑goal mark. Osimhen entered the Round of 16 match in Morocco on Monday night with 32 goals and added two more, putting him in a prime position to surpass a record that has stood for decades.

The current hierarchy of Nigeria’s all‑time scorers is as follows: Rashidi Yekini – 37 goals; Victor Osimhen – 34 goals; Segun Odegbami – 23 goals; Yakubu Aiyegbeni – 21 goals; and Ikechukwu Uche – 19 goals. Other notable contributors include Obafemi Martins, Sunday Oyarekua, Odion Ighalo, Samson Siasia and Ahmed Musa, all of whom have left their mark on the nation’s football history.

Osimhen’s recent feat underscores his impressive form and dedication to the Super Eagles. As the Africa Cup of Nations progresses, all eyes will be on him to see whether he can eclipse Yekini’s record and cement his place as Nigeria’s leading scorer. With his current scoring prowess, it appears likely that Osimhen will continue to make a significant impact and potentially etch his name permanently in Nigerian football lore. The tournament, being held in Morocco, has already showcased several strong performances from Nigerian players, and Osimhen’s achievement stands out as a major highlight, keeping fans eagerly anticipating the team’s progress and the possible breaking of the long‑standing record.