Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has been ranked among the leading international goalscorers of the current decade, placing him in the same conversation as Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Kylian Mbappe.
The recognition, released by the International Federation of Football History and Statistics, highlights Osimhen’s consistent scoring record for Nigeria and confirms his growing status as one of Africa’s most influential footballers in recent years.
For Nigerian fans, the development is another milestone in a career that has steadily gathered pace. Osimhen’s goals for the Super Eagles in major qualifiers and international fixtures have kept Nigeria competitive on the global stage and reinforced his importance to the national team.
Born on December 29, 1998, Victor James Osimhen has developed into one of the most feared strikers in modern football. The Galatasaray forward, who also serves as vice-captain of the Nigeria national team, is widely admired for his pace, strength in duels, aerial ability and clinical finishing inside the penalty area.
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Joining the ranks of Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Kylian Mbappe in international scoring charts places Osimhen in elite company. While Messi and Ronaldo have dominated global football for nearly two decades and Mbappe has emerged as the face of the new generation, Osimhen’s inclusion reflects Africa’s continued presence at the highest level of the sport.
Football analysts say Osimhen’s impact goes beyond numbers. His relentless pressing, willingness to track back and ability to convert half chances have made him a complete modern striker. For Nigeria, his goals have often come at decisive moments, strengthening his reputation as a dependable finisher in high-pressure matches.
As the decade unfolds, Victor Osimhen’s standing among the world’s top international goalscorers signals both personal achievement and national pride. For a player who rose from humble beginnings in Lagos to global recognition, the latest ranking further cements his place among football’s elite.
