National Teams
Osimhen surpasses Odegbami to become Nigeria’s second-highest goal scorer
By Dayo Awoniyi
Victor Osimhen has made history by surpassing Segun Odegbami to become Nigeria’s second-highest goal scorer of all time.
The Galatasaray striker achieved this remarkable feat with a brace in Nigeria’s 2-0 victory over Rwanda in Kigali.
Osimhen’s two goals take his total to 25 for the Super Eagles, moving him ahead of Odegbami, who scored 23 goals during his international career.
The 24-year-old now trails only the legendary Rashidi Yekini, who holds the record with 37 goals for Nigeria, making Osimhen just 12 goals shy of that landmark.
This milestone further underscores Osimhen’s exceptional talent and commitment to the Nigerian national team.
As he continues to break records and climb the ranks, fans are eagerly watching to see if he can surpass Yekini’s iconic record and cement his place as Nigeria’s greatest goal scorer of all time.
Top 10 Nigeria’s All-Time Scorers:
Rashidi Yekini – 37 goals
Victor Osimhen – 25 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