Osimhen Is Now 3 Goals Away From Equaling Yekini’s Record (See Full List)
Victor Osimhen’s remarkable performance has reignited discussions about his potential to surpass Nigerian football legend Rashidi Yekini.

Victor Osimhen

Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen is on the verge of making history after another sensational display for the Super Eagles at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.

The Galatasaray star struck twice in Nigeria’s emphatic 4-0 win against Mozambique in the knockout stages, further solidifying his reputation as one of Africa’s deadliest finishers.

With 34 international goals to his name, the prolific forward now sits just three strikes behind Yekini’s iconic record of 37, putting him within reach of football immortality.

Nigeria’s all-time scoring leaders:

37 – Rashidi Yekini

34 – Victor Osimhen

23 – Segun Odegbami

21 – Yakubu Aiyegbeni

19 – Ikechukwu Uche

18 – Obafemi Martins

17 – Sunday Oyarekua

16 – Odion Ighalo, Samson Siasia, Ahmed Musa