'I don't care...' - Humble Osimhen on chasing 'greatest-ever' Yekini's Super Eagles record

Super Eagles star Victor Osimhen || X

'I don't care...' - Humble Osimhen on chasing 'greatest-ever' Yekini's Super Eagles record

Izuchukwu Akawor • Izuchukwu Akawor • 04:53 - 17.11.2024

Victor Osimhen has broken his silence after his history-making Super Eagles goal.

Super Eagles main man Victor Osimhen has responded to questions about his potential to become Nigeria’s all-time top scorer after tying with Segun Odegbami for second place on the Super Eagles' scoring list. 

Following his decisive equaliser in the 1-1 draw against Benin Republic during the AFCON 2025 qualifiers, Osimhen now has 23 goals for Nigeria, placing him alongside Odegbami and just 14 goals behind the legendary Rashidi Yekini, who holds the record with 37 goals.

When asked if he thinks about surpassing Yekini's record, the 25-year-old striker downplayed the notion, stating, 

“No, no. I really don’t care about this. I just want to do my job, score goals, win games, and then if I equal it, I equal it.” 

Victor Osimhen wants to focus on scoring goals for Nigeria. (Photo Credit: Osimhen/Instagram)

“If I surpass it, I surpass it. But that doesn’t take away the fact that Rashidi Yekini is the greatest striker the Super Eagles have ever," he added.

Osimhen’s comments came in a video shared on social media as Nigeria prepares for their final qualifying match against Rwanda. 

Super Eagle striker Rashidi Yekini is Nigeria's top scorer. || Imago

His goal against Benin was crucial in securing a point that sealed Group D for the Super Eagles. Before the match, Libya's victory over Rwanda had already qualified them for AFCON 2025.

With Osimhen's impressive scoring ability and determination to focus on team success rather than personal accolades, Nigerian fans are eager to see if he can continue his scoring streak and eventually break Yekini’s long-standing record. 

Victor Osimhen is back with the Super Eagles after missing the trip against Libya | Credit: NFF

Osimhen, who remains a key figure in Nigeria's quest for glory in Morocco next year, will look to go clear of Odegbami when the Eagles take on the Amavubi on Monday..