Victor James Osimhen is on the brink of Nigerian football history. Two goals against the Atlas Lions on Wednesday would see the 27-year-old Galatasaray striker match the legendary Rashidi Yekini’s record of 37 goals for the Super Eagles.

Currently, Osimhen has 35 goals in 51 appearances, just two shy of Yekini, who scored 37 in 58 matches before passing away on 4 May 2012. At the peak of his career, Osimhen is widely expected to surpass the record, carving his name even deeper into Nigeria’s football legacy.

Osimhen first announced himself on the global stage at the 2015 FIFA U17 World Cup in Chile, finishing as top scorer with 10 goals and earning the tournament’s second most valuable player award as Nigeria claimed the title.

This Wednesday’s AFCON semi-final presents another historic moment. With teammates Alex Iwobi, Akor Adams, and Ademola Lookman providing support, Osimhen has a clear path to equal Yekini’s tally in front of the African football audience.

Meanwhile, Alex Iwobi is set to win his 96th cap for Nigeria, edging closer to the century mark achieved by former captain Joseph Yobo and goalkeeper Vincent Enyeama, who both reached 101 caps. Ahmed Musa still holds the record with 111 appearances for the Super Eagles.