Victor Osimhen's 2025/2026 season in numbers: 27 goals, 8 assists, xG, and advanced metrics. A full statistical profile of his Napoli campaign.
Victor Osimhen has erupted back to peak form in 2025/2026, scoring 27 goals and providing 8 assists in 43 appearances across all competitions for Napoli. After a fragmented 2024/2025 season plagued by injuries and personal challenges, the Nigerian striker has reclaimed his status as one of Europe’s most lethal forwards.
In Serie A, Osimhen found the net 22 times and delivered 5 assists in 33 matches, finishing just behind Inter’s Lautaro Martínez (25 goals). His goals were pivotal in Napoli’s push for Champions League football, culminating in a fourth-place finish. In the Coppa Italia, he added 3 goals, including a brace against Lazio in the quarter-finals. In the Champions League, he scored twice — against Borussia Dortmund and Barcelona — though Napoli fell in the quarter-finals.
Per 90-minute metrics highlight his efficiency: 0.78 goals/90, 0.28 assists/90, and an expected goals (xG) average of 0.82 per game. He completed 2.1 successful dribbles per match (58% success rate), made 3.4 progressive carries, and won 3.7 aerial duels — showcasing his all-around threat.
In 2024/2025, Osimhen managed only 14 goals and 3 assists in 21 appearances due to muscle injuries and family commitments. His playing time was inconsistent, and his xG (13.2) closely matched his output. This season, he’s played 22 more matches, improved his minutes-to-goal ratio from 148 to 112, and shown greater tactical discipline under Luciano Spalletti.
Experts suggest his movement has become sharper and more intelligent.
"Osimhen isn’t just faster — he’s smarter now. His timing in the box, his ability to manipulate defenders — it’s elite-level finishing,"noted a tactical analyst from The Athletic.
Beyond raw numbers, Osimhen’s underlying stats are elite. His xG + xA per 90 stands at 1.03, placing him in the top 10 European forwards. He’s taken 146 shots, with 61% on target — a significant jump from 53% last season. Only 3 of his 27 goals came from penalties, underscoring his ability to score in open play.
Defensively, he’s more involved than ever: 7.3 successful defensive duels per 90 and 12.1 pressures per game. While not a ball-winning forward like Darwin Núñez, his pressing is now a key part of Napoli’s high-block system. His progressive passing (18.3 yards per pass forward) also shows growth as a link-up player.
Osimhen ranks 5th in Europe for total goals in 2025/2026, behind Erling Haaland (32), Robert Lewandowski (30), Mohamed Salah (28), and Lautaro Martínez (27, in fewer minutes). Among strikers, he’s 7th in combined goals and assists. According to FBRef’s percentile rankings, he’s in the 94th percentile for non-penalty xG and 88th for shot-creating actions.
His minutes-per-goal ratio (112) is superior to Harry Kane (118) and Karim Benzema (130). Unlike some peers, he hasn’t relied on set pieces — only 4 of his goals came from headers. This season, Osimhen has proven he’s not just a finisher, but a complete modern striker.
Q: How many goals has Osimhen scored in 2025/2026?
A: Victor Osimhen has scored 27 goals in all competitions during the 2025/2026 season: 22 in Serie A, 3 in the Coppa Italia, and 2 in the UEFA Champions League. This is his highest goal tally since his debut Napoli season.
Q: Is Osimhen having a good season?
A: Absolutely. After a disrupted 2024/2025 campaign, Osimhen has returned to elite form — staying fit, scoring consistently, and contributing defensively. His efficiency, leadership, and improved all-around game make this one of his best seasons to date.
Q: What team does Osimhen play for?
A: Victor Osimhen plays for Napoli in Serie A. Despite transfer speculation linking him with Chelsea and Real Madrid in January 2026, he signed a contract extension until 2029 and remains the focal point of Napoli’s attack.
