As the 2024-2025 season draws to a close, two African strikers have stood out with remarkable performances: Serhou Guirassy of Borussia Dortmund and Victor Osimhen of Galatasaray. Both are lighting up European football in different ways, but who’s truly having the better season?
Serhou Guirassy – Dortmund’s New Goal Machine
After a summer move from VfB Stuttgart, Serhou Guirassy has made an immediate impact at Borussia Dortmund. Despite a disappointing season for the club, currently 8th in the Bundesliga, Guirassy’s individual numbers are stellar.
- Bundesliga goals: 15
- UEFA Champions League goals: 13
- Total goals (all competitions): 28
- Top scorer for Dortmund: In both league and Champions League
His hat-trick against FC Barcelona in the Champions League quarter-final second leg was breathtaking — even if Dortmund failed to advance. With 13 goals in just 14 Champions League appearances, Guirassy has broken the record for the most goals in a single UCL season by an African player, surpassing names like Mohamed Salah and Didier Drogba.
Victor Osimhen – Galatasaray’s Reliable Finisher
After a move to Galatasaray, Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has continued to impress. Although Galatasaray did not qualify for the Champions League this season, Osimhen has found the net consistently in the Europa League.
- Europa League goals: 6 in 7 matches
- Pass accuracy: 69%
- All-competitions total: Not officially released, but he’s among the club’s top scorers
Osimhen’s average of 0.86 goals per Europa League match highlights his sharpness and finishing instincts.
Head-to-Head Comparison
| Category | Serhou Guirassy (Dortmund) | Victor Osimhen (Galatasaray) |
|---|---|---|
| League Goals | 15 | Not officially available |
| European Competition Goals | 13 (Champions League) | 6 (Europa League) |
| Total Goals | 28 | Likely around 15–20 |
| Club’s Top Scorer | ✅ | Possibly |
| UCL/ECL Impact | ✅ Record-breaking season | ✅ Strong Europa League form |
Conclusion: The Crown Goes To…
Victor Osimhen remains one of Africa’s finest forwards, consistently delivering on European nights and leading Galatasaray’s charge in the Europa League.
However, Serhou Guirassy has made history. With 28 goals, including 13 in the Champions League, he’s not only Dortmund’s standout player — he’s set a new standard for African players on Europe’s biggest stage.
