Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen is on the brink of making more history. He could set a new career milestone tonight. Galatasaray will face Monaco in the UEFA Champions League. Kick-off is set for 9 p.m. later today.

Osimhen’s Explosive Form in Europe

Osimhen’s form on Europe’s biggest stage has been truly ruthless. He has already scored six goals this season. This impressive tally comes from just three appearances. His clinical finishing has been crucial for the Turkish champions. Galatasaray has won every match he has played. In contrast, they lost the two games he missed due to injury.

Breaking Club and National Records

The Nigerian striker had already equalled a significant club record. Before Galatasaray’s 3-1 win over Bodo/Glimt, Osimhen matched Burak Yilmaz’s achievement. Yilmaz scored in six consecutive European matches for the club in 2012. Osimhen’s brace against the Norwegian side then propelled him further. This extended his scoring run to seven games. It set a new record for consecutive European goals for the Istanbul giants.

The 26-year-old also holds another distinction. He became Nigeria’s leading scorer in Champions League history. Osimhen overtook Obafemi Martins for this honour. This happened during the group stage victory against Liverpool two months ago.

Chasing New Milestones Against Monaco

Osimhen has a well-known habit of breaking records. This trend began during his time at Lille. It continued through his historic spell at Napoli. A goal tonight at the Stade Louis II would place him among Galatasaray’s legendary forwards. These are players who have truly shone in European competitions.

The former CAF Player of the Year has an outstanding record. He has scored 12 times in his last eight matches for Galatasaray. This applies across all European competitions. This achievement puts him level with Shabani Nonda and Milan Baros. Another strike would move him ahead of both these formidable players.

He is also closing in on a true Galatasaray icon. Osimhen is just one goal behind club legend Hakan Sukur. Sukur holds a tally of 13 goals in the Champions League. Tonight’s match against Monaco offers Osimhen a golden opportunity to further etch his name in the record books.