Super Eagles forward, Victor Osimhen, has lauded late football legend Rashidi Yekini, referring to him as Nigeria’s greatest striker of all time, irrespective of records. Osimhen, who is currently chasing Yekini’s all-time goal record for the national team, made these remarks during a recent media interaction.

Yekini, Nigeria’s first-ever goal scorer at the FIFA World Cup, netted 37 goals in 62 appearances for the Super Eagles, setting a benchmark in Nigerian football history. Osimhen, widely regarded as a rising star in international football, has often been compared to the late legend. However, he dismissed such comparisons, insisting that Yekini’s legacy transcends statistics.

“Yekini is a national icon and a symbol of Nigerian football excellence,” Osimhen said. “Breaking records is one thing, but matching his impact on and off the pitch is another.”

Osimhen’s humility in acknowledging Yekini’s influence reflects the deep respect the football community has for the late striker. Fans and analysts alike continue to celebrate Yekini’s contributions as an inspiration for generations of Nigerian footballers.