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Nigeria has long been a powerhouse of attacking talent in African football, producing iconic strikers whose goals have lit up the international stage. From Rashidi Yekini to Victor Osimhen, these players have etched their names into the country’s footballing folklore.
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Here’s a rundown of the top 10 highest goal scorers for the Super Eagles:
Rashidi Yekini – 37 Goals
Nigeria’s all-time top scorer, Yekini struck 37 times in 62 appearances. His iconic goal celebration at the 1994 FIFA World Cup remains legendary. Victor Osimhen – 26 Goals The Napoli star is Nigeria’s current leading striker, rapidly climbing the list with 26 goals in 40 matches. Segun Odegbami – 23 Goals "The Mathematician" dazzled fans in the 1970s and early ’80s, scoring 23 goals in 47 games. Yakubu Aiyegbeni – 21 Goals A powerful finisher, Yakubu bagged 21 goals in 57 caps, including one at the 2010 World Cup. Ikechukwu Uche – 19 Goals Known for his smart runs and finishes, Uche scored 19 times in 46 appearances. Obafemi Martins – 18 Goals Famous for his speed and backflip celebrations, "Obagoal" netted 18 goals in 48 caps. Sunday Oyarekhua – 17 Goals A standout performer in the 1970s, he scored 17 goals in 28 matches, excelling at the 1973 All-Africa Games. Samson Siasia – 16 Goals Remembered for his goal against Argentina at USA ‘94, Siasia scored 16 times in 51 games. Odion Ighalo – 16 Goals A fan favourite, Ighalo’s clinical finishing earned him 16 goals between 2015 and 2022. Ahmed Musa – 16 Goals Nigeria’s most capped player 107 caps, Musa is best known for his World Cup brace against Argentina in 2014.
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This list serves as a testament to Nigeria’s deep attacking legacy. From Yekini’s power to Osimhen’s modern-day brilliance, the Super Eagles have always had match-winners leading the line. What stands out is the diversity of eras and styles proof that Nigeria has consistently evolved while its goal scoring pedigree.
But this legacy also raises questions Who will break Yekini’s long-standing record? Can Osimhen keep up the pace? Will the next generation, inspired by names like Martins, Musa, and Ighalo, rise to continue this rich tradition?
The answers lie ahead but history has already written these 10 names in bold.
Did You Know?
Victor Osimhen was the top scorer at the 2015 FIFA U17 World Cup with 10 goals.
Rashidi Yekini’s last [international goal](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/category/football-law-and-ethics/) came in 1998 against Burkina Faso.
Ahmed Musa is the only Nigerian to score in two different World Cups 2014 &amp 2018.
Obafemi Martins scored on his Nigeria debut at just 19 years old.
Yakubu Aiyegbeni’s most famous miss came against [South Korea](https://wiki.madeca.de/index.php?title=User:LeahDeLissa) in the 2010 World Cup despite scoring in the same game.