OSIMHEN, LOOKMAN AND IHEANACHO LEAD NIGERIAN GOAL RUSH ACROSS EUROPE

Nigeria’s attacking stars Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman and Kelechi Iheanacho all found the back of the net for their respective clubs on Saturday, producing an impressive goalscoring display across European football.

Osimhen continued his remarkable start to the season with a goal and an assist as Galatasaray defeated Göztepe 3-1 in the Turkish Super Lig. The striker converted from the penalty spot and then turned provider as Galatasaray secured another important victory.

The goal took Osimhen’s tally to five goals in three league appearances, underlining his outstanding form since the beginning of the campaign. His performances have once again placed him among the most dangerous forwards in the Turkish top flight.

In Spain, Ademola Lookman opened his scoring account for Atlético Madrid during their 3-1 victory over Sevilla. The Nigerian winger produced a strong performance as Atlético secured all three points.

Lookman’s goal represents an encouraging development after his move to Atlético, with the Nigerian continuing to establish himself as an important attacking option for the Spanish club.

Meanwhile, Kelechi Iheanacho was also on target for Bursaspor in Turkey. The former Leicester City and Manchester City forward converted from the penalty spot in the second half before contributing an assist as Bursaspor came from behind to defeat Kayserispor 2-1.

Iheanacho’s latest contribution means he has now scored four goals and provided two assists in four matches since joining Bursaspor, making an impressive start to his time with the Turkish club.

The performances of the three Super Eagles forwards provide another positive development for Nigeria, particularly with the national team continuing its preparations for upcoming international assignments.

Osimhen remains the standout scorer of the trio, while Lookman’s goal will boost his confidence as he settles into life at Atlético Madrid. Iheanacho, meanwhile, appears to be enjoying a productive spell in Turkey after moving to Bursaspor.

The weekend's results underline the quality available to Nigeria in attack, with three of the country's most experienced forwards all making decisive contributions for their clubs.

With the 2026/27 season still in its early stages, Nigerian supporters will be hoping the trio can maintain their impressive form and carry their goalscoring momentum into future club and international matches.