Chidozie Obi-Martin becomes Premier League U18 record scorer

Manchester United’s Chidozie Obi-Martin has cemented his place in history as the Under-18 Premier League’s all-time leading scorer. The 17-year-old striker achieved this milestone during United’s commanding 3-0 victory over Stoke City on Saturday, November 30, 2024, by netting the opening goal of the match. His tally now stands at an impressive 37 goals, surpassing previous records held by Ellis Simms (36) and Folarin Balogun (34).

Obi-Martin’s remarkable achievement underscores his immense talent and maturity on the pitch.

His record-breaking performances have attracted significant attention, marking him as one of Manchester United’s brightest prospects.

Having just signed his first professional contract the day after his 17th birthday, the young Nigerian-born forward is seen as a cornerstone of the club’s future ambitions.

The all-time top scorers in the competition include Ellis Simms (36 goals) and Folarin Balogun (34), but Obi-Martin’s prolific goal-scoring has set a new benchmark, inspiring a generation of emerging talent.

As his reputation grows, the future looks exceedingly bright for this extraordinary young footballer.