Record-Breaker Victor Osimhen Enters Serie A’s Elite List

In a remarkable feat, Victor Osimhen, the talented Nigerian striker, has etched his name in the annals of Italian football history.

Osimhen has become the first African player to be crowned Capocannoniere, the top scorer in Serie A, and achieve this remarkable feat while winning the Scudetto with his club, Napoli. The last time a player combined both the Scudetto and Capocannoniere titles was in the 2008-09 season, when Zlatan Ibrahimovic achieved the feat with Inter Milan.

Victor Osimhen is the first African player in the 125-year history of the Italian top-flight to win the Serie A Golden Boot.

The Super Eagle is the Capocannoniere. 🇳🇬 pic.twitter.com/vrWzGqjsHP

— Squawka (@Squawka) June 4, 2023

Osimhen's outstanding performance throughout the season has earned him the prestigious Capocannoniere title, leaving his competitors far behind. With an impressive tally of 25 goals, Osimhen has comfortably secured the top spot, even before the final game of the season. His closest competitor, Lautaro Martinez of Inter Milan, could not surpass Osimhen's goal tally of 25, ensuring the Nigerian striker's place in history.

Napoli clinched the Scudetto with five rounds to spare, showcasing their exceptional form and consistency throughout the campaign. Osimhen's contributions have been instrumental in Napoli's success, and now he can relish the dual glory of being the top scorer and a league champion.

Victor Osimhen's baby daughter's mask 🥺 pic.twitter.com/l75ELwNovn

— GOAL (@goal) June 4, 2023

Joining the ranks of football legends, Osimhen becomes the fourth Napoli player in the post-war period to claim the Capocannoniere title. The esteemed trio of Diego Maradona in 1987-88, Edinson Cavani in 2012-13, and Gonzalo Higuain in 2015-16 preceded him.

In addition to this historic achievement, Osimhen has surpassed the long-standing record of George Weah, another African football icon. Weah's record of 47 goals in the Italian top flight has been surpassed by Osimhen, cementing his place in the record books by surpassing the milestone of 50 goals.  This accomplishment is a testament to Osimhen's exceptional skills, consistency, and adaptability in Serie A.

While Osimhen's triumph as the first African Capocannoniere is undoubtedly a groundbreaking moment, it is worth mentioning that Samuel Eto'o came close to claiming the title during the 2010-11 season. Eto'o's impressive tally of 21 goals for Inter Milan put him in contention, but he was narrowly beaten by Antonio Di Natale of Udinese, who secured the Capocannoniere title with 28 goals.

Osimhen's exceptional performances throughout the season have garnered further recognition, as he was named the Serie A Striker of the Year 2022/23. Additionally, his outstanding contributions have secured him a place in the Serie A 2022/23 Team of the Season, cementing his status as one of the league's top performers.

Victor Osimhen 🇳🇬🧡

• First African player to win Serie A Golden Boot with 26 goals.
• Highest goal scoring African in Serie A – 50 goals.
• Serie A 2022/23 Striker of the Year.
• Featured in Serie A 2022/23 Team of the Season. pic.twitter.com/0wWa60WrrI

— 49th. (@the49thstreet) June 5, 2023

Most Goals in a Serie A Season

Victor Osimhen, the Nigerian sensation, has left an indelible mark on Italian football by entering the illustrious top6 list of players with the most goals scored in a single Serie A season.

With an outstanding tally of 26 goals during the 2022/23 campaign, Osimhen's name now resides among the elite scorers in the history of the league. Super Eagles striker has surprised Zlatan Ibrahimovic recorded of 25 goals season during 2008-2009 season with Internazionale.

Osimhen has equaled Fabio Quagliarella (2018-19), Andrea Belotti (2016-17), and Edinson Cavani (2010-11) records of 26 goals a season.