Osimhen has also made history in Nigeria.

11.03.2026 09:23

Victor Osimhen has contributed to a total of 8 goals this season in the Champions League with 7 goals and 1 assist, achieving the best season performance by a Nigerian player in the tournament's history.

Galatasaray's star striker Victor Osimhen has made history in Nigerian football with his performance in this season's UEFA Champions League. The Nigerian forward has contributed directly to a total of 8 goals so far in the tournament with 7 goals and 1 assist.

ENTERED NIGERIAN FOOTBALL HISTORY

According to Opta data, the figure Osimhen has reached is the highest goal contribution by a Nigerian player in a single Champions League season. The star footballer has thus secured the top spot among Nigerian players.

BEST SEASONS OF NIGERIAN PLAYERS

The Nigerian footballers with the highest goal contributions in a single Champions League season are listed as follows:

8 – Victor Osimhen (2025/26)
6 – Ademola Lookman (2024/25)
6 – Tijani Babangida (1996/97)
6 – Yakubu (2002/03)
6 – John Utaka (2002/03)

With this performance, Osimhen continues to be one of Galatasaray's most important attacking weapons in the Champions League.

Osimhen has also made history in Nigeria.

Victor Osimhen has contributed to a total of 8 goals this season in the Champions League with 7 goals and 1 assist, achieving the best season performance by a Nigerian player in the tournament's history.

ENTERED NIGERIAN FOOTBALL HISTORY

BEST SEASONS OF NIGERIAN PLAYERS

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