Revealed: Osimhen Tops List of Nigeria’s Double-Digit European Scorers
Victor Osimhen
Osimhen now stands alone atop Nigeria’s European scoring charts, rewriting history with his 25th goal in continental club competitions.
The Galatasaray striker’s hat-trick against Ajax not only sealed a memorable win but also eclipsed Obafemi Martins’ long-standing record of 23 goals. Osimhen’s tally includes 15 goals in the UEFA Champions League and 10 in the Europa League, achieved across multiple seasons and clubs.
His current Champions League campaign has been electric, with six goals placing him ahead of global stars like Harry Kane and Kylian Mbappé. Since his €75 million return to Galatasaray, Osimhen has been unstoppable, netting 46 times in 52 appearances and setting a new club record by scoring in eight consecutive European matches.
Obafemi Martins
Nicknamed weapon of mass destruction during his active years on the pitch, Martins, second on the list, carved his legacy with 23 goals in European competitions.
Known for his explosive pace and acrobatic finishes, Martins scored 13 goals in the Europa League across five clubs and five seasons, while his nine Champions League goals came during his six-year stint with Inter Milan. His consistency and longevity made him a benchmark for Nigerian strikers abroad, until Osimhen’s rise.
Victor Ikpeba
Nicknamed the ‘Prince of Monaco’, Ikpeba ranks third with 15 goals. A stylish forward with a knack for big moments, Ikpeba netted seven times in the Champions League for AS Monaco and added eight more in the Europa League across four seasons.
Ademola Lookman
Atalanta forward, Lookman is fourth on the list with 12 goals, highlighted by a stunning Europa League final hat-trick that delivered his Serie A side their first European title.
Lookman’s seven Europa League goals came from 18 appearances for two clubs, while his five Champions League strikes were all for Atalanta. His versatility and clutch performances have earned him a reputation as a game changer on the continental stage.
Yakubu Aiyegbeni and Victor Boniface
Tied in fifth place are Aiyegbeni and Boniface, each with 11 goals.
Yakubu’s five Champions League goals came in just five matches for Maccabi Haifa and added six more in the Europa League across six seasons.
Boniface, meanwhile, has been a revelation in the Europa League, scoring 11 goals in just 18 appearances over two seasons. His rapid rise makes him Nigeria’s second most prolific Europa League scorer behind Martins.
Shola Ameobi
Ameobi scored 10 goals in European competitions, all for Newcastle United.
Seven came in the Europa League over four seasons, while three were netted in a single Champions League campaign.
