Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has named two former Nigerian strikers as the players he looked up to in the national team.

Despite drawing comparisons with Rashidi Yekini, the Galatasaray forward admitted that he did not watch the legendary goal poacher play.

The 27-year-old is currently three goals away from breaking Yekini’s record as Nigeria’s all-time leading goalscorer.

Speaking ahead of Nigeria’s mammoth AFCON semi-final clash against hosts Morocco, Osimhen named Obafemi Martins and Odion Ighalo as the two former Super Eagles players who inspired him.

“Although I didn’t watch Rashidi Yekini play, blessed memory, he has done something that has inspired a lot of people, and that inspires me,” Osimhen said via CBS Sports Golazo.

“Also, Odion Ighalo, whom I draw a lot of inspiration from, as well as Obafemi Martins.

“So, for me, being on the verge of trying to break Yekini’s record is something I will never forget in my life. It’s something I will hold in high esteem; it’s an honour for me,” he added.

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