5 Nigerians Who Have Scored Against Barcelona as Osimhen Prepares to Slay Catalan Giants

As Victor Osimhen gears up to lead Napoli's front line in their pivotal UEFA Champions League Round of 16 first leg match, he looks to make his mark against a formidable Barcelona, a feat he has yet to achieve in two previous attempts. 

While Osimhen seeks his first goal against the Catalan giants, let's highlight five Nigerian footballers who have successfully found the back of the net against Barcelona, setting a precedent for their compatriot.

Samu Omorodion made history with one of the fastest goals in La Liga, scoring against Barcelona during their 2-1 victory over Deportivo Alaves at the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys. 

This goal stands out as the quickest goal Barcelona has conceded at home in a league match in the 21st century, a record noted by Opta for its significance.

In 2019, Samuel Chukwueze became the first Villarreal player in the 21st century to both score and assist in the same match against Barcelona. 

Over 9 matches, Chukwueze has scored three times against the Blaugrana, showcasing his ability to perform on the big stage.

George Ilenikhena's notable performance came when he scored just 11 minutes into the game, proving decisive in Royal Antwerp’s 3-2 victory over Barcelona. 

Ilenikhena was only 17 when he scored against Barcelona and is quickly becoming a staple in the Royal Antwerp side alongside compatriots Alhassan Yussuf and Chidera Ejuke. 

Ramon Azeez, while playing for Granada, netted his first career goal against Barcelona, contributing to a 2-0 LaLiga triumph. 

This goal was a milestone for Azeez, marking his first in four matches against the Blaugrana and his first in five starts for Granada. .

Kalu Uche managed to score against Barcelona during his time in LaLiga, a notable achievement considering his brother Ikechukwu Uche's success against Real Madrid but inability to score against Barcelona. 

Kalu's goal against the Catalan club adds him to the exclusive list of Nigerian players who have breached the Blaugrana's defense.

As Victor Osimhen steps onto the field to face Barcelona, he has the inspiration of these five Nigerians who have successfully challenged the Catalan giants. With determination and skill, Osimhen has the opportunity to join this esteemed list of compatriots by leaving his mark against one of football's most iconic teams.