Victor Osimhen breaks Nigerian Champions League goal record in Galatasaray win over Liverpool

Victor Osimhen etched his name into Nigerian football history with a landmark goal that delivered Galatasaray a 1-0 victory over Liverpool in the Champions League.

The forward’s composed finish was not just decisive for his team but also pushed him into the record books as the highest-scoring Nigerian in the competition.

His crucial penalty took him past Obafemi Martins, who had nine goals in 34 Champions League appearances. For Osimhen, the number now stands at 10, achieved in just 17 appearances, showing a clinical edge few can match on such a stage.

The 26-year-old previously found the net in Europe’s top tournament with Napoli, and he has wasted no time extending that tally since his summer move to Galatasaray. His ability to step up in key moments has cemented him as one of the most reliable forwards in the competition.

For Galatasaray, his strike delivered more than three points. It handed the Turkish giants belief and underlined why their record signing continues to be the heartbeat of their attack.