Victor Osimhen Matches Diego Maradona’s Historic Napoli Goal-Scoring Feat Nigerian football sensation Victor Osimhen has etched his name alongside legendary figures Diego Maradona and Attila Sallustro, achieving a remarkable goal-scoring milestone for Napoli.
In a standout performance against Sassuolo in Serie A, Osimhen netted a hat-trick and provided an assist, solidifying his status as one of Napoli’s elite goal-scorers. With this feat, he joins the esteemed ranks of Maradona and Sallustro as the only players in Napoli’s history to achieve such a remarkable record.
The African Footballer of the Year has now become the third player in Napoli’s storied football legacy to score at least 10 goals in four consecutive seasons at the club, a distinction previously held solely by Maradona and Sallustro.
Adding to his impressive resume, Osimhen has also been confirmed as the highest-scoring African player in Serie A over the past four seasons. With 13 goals across all competitions in the 2023/2024 season, he is poised to surpass his own records and set new milestones for Napoli and African footballers alike in the remainder of the campaign.
