Victor Osimhen Becomes First Nigerian to Score 10 Champions League Goals
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen made history on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, becoming the first Nigerian player to score 10 goals in the UEFA Champions League.
The 26-year-old Galatasaray forward reached the milestone with a 16th-minute penalty in his team’s stunning 1-0 victory over Liverpool at RAMS Park in Istanbul. His cool finish past Alisson Becker not only gave Galatasaray an early lead but also earned him the man-of-the-match award.
Osimhen achieved his 10th Champions League goal in just 18 appearances, making him Nigeria’s all-time top scorer in the competition’s history. He surpassed former Nigerian international Obafemi Martins, who previously held the record with 9 Champions League goals.
The Victor Osimhen Champions League record is particularly impressive given his age and the fact that he’s still early in his European career. His penalty against Liverpool was crucial for Galatasaray’s survival hopes after a heavy opening defeat in the group stage.
