Victor Osimhen, the Napoli loanee, made a significant impact in Nigeria’s 3-0 victory over Benin Republic in the 2025 African Nations Cup qualifier.
His goal, which came just six minutes after coming on for Victor Boniface, not only sealed the win but also marked the end of a six-match goal drought for the Super Eagles.
A Goal-Scoring Machine
Osimhen’s goal against Benin brought his total number of goals for Nigeria to 22. This impressive tally places him just one goal behind Segun Odegbami’s record of 23 goals for the national team.
AFCON Dominance
According to Transfermarkt, a significant portion of Osimhen’s goals have come in AFCON qualifying matches. 16 of his 22 goals have been scored in these crucial fixtures.
Additionally, he has netted four goals in World Cup qualifiers and one goal each in the AFCON tournament and international friendlies.
Closing in on Yakini’s Record
While Osimhen’s current goal tally is impressive, the ultimate goal for the striker is to surpass Rashidi Yakini’s all-time record of 37 goals for Nigeria. With his continued goal-scoring form, Osimhen has a real chance of achieving this feat.
Victor Osimhen’s performance in the African Nations Cup qualifier against Benin Republic is a testament to his quality and importance to the Super Eagles. As he continues to break records and contribute to the team’s success, Osimhen’s future looks incredibly promising.
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