Naija Stars Abroad: AFCON 2025 heroes on fire as Osimhen, Akor Adams and Chukwueze take over Europe

Just days after returning from Morocco with a bronze medal, Nigeria’s Super Eagles have landed back at their European clubs with a point to prove. 

From historic milestones in Turkey to record-breaking strikes in Spain and a long-awaited resurrection in England, it was a weekend of pure Nigerian dominance.

Here is how our Naija Stars Abroad performed across the elite leagues.

The Turkish Super Lig might as well be renamed the "Nigerian Goal Zone." Victor Osimhen proved once again why he is the King of Boys. 

In Galatasaray’s 3-1 win over Fatih Karagumruk, Osimhen didn't just score; he made history. By netting his 50th goal for the club, he became the fastest player this century to reach that milestone, doing so in just 59 games. 

Fans were quick to credit the Gundogan-Osimhen connection, noting that once he gets proper feeding, he is unstoppable.

Not to be outdone, fellow AFCON star Paul Onuachu reminded everyone why he is the man to beat in the Lig this season. 

The giant striker was on target for Trabzonspor, proving that his time in Morocco has only sharpened his instinct for goal.

Taiwo Awoniyi ended a grueling 384-day Premier League goal drought in spectacular fashion for Nottingham Forest. 

Subbed on against Brentford, Big Taiwo embarked on a powerful solo run, breezing past Sepp van den Berg to slot home a worldie. 

It was his first goal since January 2025, and it signalled the return of Forest's most clinical weapon.

His teammate, Ola Aina, provided the sweet assist for the opening goal, continuing his run as one of the most consistent full-backs in the league.

Meanwhile, at Craven Cottage, Samuel Chukwueze lived up to the Chukwu Magic hype. Coming off the bench, the AC Milan loanee scored a "Thierry Henry-style" curler to spark a 2-1 comeback win for Fulham.

His fellow AFCON 2025 teammates, Alex Iwobi and CAF Best Xi defender, Calvin Bassey, were also involved in the big win for the Cottagers.

In Spain, Akor Adams has become the undisputed favorite at the Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan.

By scoring the winning penalty in a 2-1 victory over Athletic Club, Akor secured Sevilla’s first win in five matches. More importantly, he officially surpassed the legendary Rashidi Yekini on the all-time La Liga Nigerian scorers list. 

With three goals in his last two games, fans are already asking if he is the African Player of the Year in waiting.

Ademola Lookman continued his bench role since his AFCOn 2025 return to Atalanta. He was a late substitute as La dea bounced back to winning ways in emphatic style following that defeat at home in the Champions League.

Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, another AFCON 2025 star, was a substitute as Lazio held Lecce to a goalless affair away from home.

Moses Simon was a spectator in Paris FC's draw in the Ligue 1, while Chidozie Awawiem picked up an assist but ended on the losing side following Nantes’ 4-1 loss at home to Terem Moffi’s Nice.

Whether it’s the veterans like Osimhen and Chukwueze or the rising stars like Akor Adams, the Nigerian flag is flying at full mast across the footballing world.