Baller of the week: Osimhen's thunder too hot for Olawoyin, history maker Nnadozie

Nigerian superstar Victor Osimhen beats off Nnadozie for Baller of the Week crown.

Baller of the week: Osimhen's thunder too hot for Olawoyin, history maker Nnadozie

Izuchukwu Akawor • Izuchukwu Akawor • 08:53 - 05.05.2025

Victor Osimhen’s scintillating brace for Galatasaray earned him the Baller of the Week crown, outshining other Naija stars like Ibrahim Olawoyin and Chiamaka Nnadozie with his record-breaking 24 league goals this season.

What an electrifying weekend it was for our Naija Stars Abroad, but this week, there's no contest: Victor Osimhen is crowned the Baller of the Week! 

The Nigerian sensation lit up the Turkish league, smashing in two breathtaking goals for Galatasaray, pushing his season tally to a staggering 24 league goals. 

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With 33 goals and 7 assists across all competitions, Osimhen isn’t just playing, he’s rewriting history and cementing his name as a global football star!

Why Osimhen Rules

Osimhen’s game is pure dynamite. His hunger for greatness electrifies every match, making him a nightmare for defenders and a hero for fans. 

Galatasaray mascots swarm Victor Osimhen before kickoff against Sivasspor — and the little girl he’s carrying is even wearing his signature mask!

This weekend, his brace didn’t just secure crucial points for Galatasaray but also reinforced his position as one of the continent’s deadliest strikers. 

Social media is buzzing, fans are purring, and records are trembling as Osimhen charges toward legendary status. Who’s stopping this man? Nobody!

Victor Osimhen has scored 33 goals this season for Gala.

The Rest of the Naija Roundup

While Osimhen owned the headlines, other Naija stars brought their A-game, though none could match his supernova brilliance. 

Ademola Lookman snapped his goal drought with a slick strike for Atalanta, hinting at a red-hot return to form. Still, it wasn’t enough to steal Osimhen’s thunder.

Ademola Lookman ended his 6-game drought in style.

Ibrahim Olawoyin was a star in Turkey, bagging a goal and an assist for Rizespor, but his shine dimmed next to Osimhen’s record-shattering heroics. 

On the women’s stage, Chiamaka Nnadozie was clutch, saving penalties to secure the Coupe de France Féminines for Paris FC Féminines, a massive moment, but Osimhen’s goal-scoring frenzy was just too big to top.

Ibrahim Olawoyin shines in Turkey.
Ibrahim Olawoyin shines in Turkey.

In a weekend packed with Naija brilliance, Osimhen stands tallest, a beacon of excellence redefining what it means to be a Nigerian football icon. 

His lethal finishing and relentless drive aren’t just winning games; they’re carving his name into the history books. This is Osimhen’s era, and he’s proving it with every goal!