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Osimhen Closes In on Yekini's Goal Record, Becomes Nigeria's All-Time Leading Scorer

Osimhen Closes In on Yekini's Goal Record, Becomes Nigeria's All-Time Leading Scorer

Victor Osimhen is three goals away from equalling Rashidi Yekini's goal record for Nigeria after scoring a brace in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations round-of-16 win against Mozambique.

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Victor Osimhen is three goals away from equalling Rashidi Yekini's goal record for Nigeria after netting a brace in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations round-of-16 win against Mozambique. The Super Eagles striker's impressive form continues to propel him towards achieving this historic milestone. With his current scoring streak, Osimhen is closing in on Yekini's mark of goals scored for the Nigerian national team.

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