Victor Osimhen has made history by scoring his 23rd goal for the Nigeria national team, tying him with the legendary Segun Odegbami on the all-time top scorers’ list.
Osimhen achieved this milestone during Nigeria’s recent 1-1 draw against the Benin Republic in a 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier on Thursday night.
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Here is the updated list of Nigeria’s all-time top goal scorers:
- Rashidi Yekini – 37 goals
- Victor Osimhen – 23 goals
- Segun Odegbami – 23 goals
- Yakubu Aiyegbeni – 21 goals
- Ikechukwu Uche – 19 goals
- Obafemi Martins – 18 goals
- Sunday Oyarekhu – 17 goals
- Samson Siasia – 16 goals
- Odion Jude Ighalo – 16 goals
- Ahmed Musa – 16 goals
Osimhen’s goal came in the 81st minute, rescuing a point for Nigeria after Benin had taken the lead earlier in the match. The Super Eagles now lead Group D with 11 points, securing their place in the 2025 AFCON tournament.
Osimhen, who is currently on loan at Galatasaray from Napoli, has been a key player for the Super Eagles, showcasing his clinical finishing and aerial prowess.
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