Football has always been one of the most popular sports in Africa, and the continent has produced some of the world’s most talented players. In particular, African strikers have been known for their pace, skill, and deadly finishing ability, making them some of the most exciting players to watch.
As Africa continues to produce world-class talent, we at Pulse Sports (best source for sports news in Nigeria) have decided to take a look at the top three best strikers in Africa today. From experienced veterans to up-and-coming stars, these players have what it takes to light up any football pitch and leave fans on the edge of their seats. Without further ado, here are our picks for the five best strikers in Africa.
1. Victor Osimhen:
Victor Osimhen is a Nigerian professional footballer who has quickly made a name for himself in the world of football. He was born on December 29, 1998, in Lagos, Nigeria, and is considered to be one of the most talented young players in the world.
Osimhen began his football career playing for the Ultimate Strikers Academy, a football academy based in Lagos. He quickly caught the attention of scouts from top European clubs, and in 2017 he was signed by the German club Wolfsburg.
However, Osimhen struggled to make an impact in the Bundesliga, and after just one season he was loaned out to the Belgian club Charleroi. It was here that Osimhen began to show his true potential, scoring 20 goals in 36 appearances for the club.
In the summer of 2019, Osimhen was signed by French club Lille for a reported fee of €12 million. He quickly established himself as a key player for the club, scoring 18 goals in 38 appearances in all competitions in his debut season.
Osimhen’s performances for Lille caught the attention of top European clubs, and in the summer of 2020 he was signed by Italian giants Napoli for a reported fee of €70 million. Despite some injury setbacks, Osimhen has continued to impress in Italy, scoring some crucial goals for the club in important matches.
Osimhen is a versatile striker who is equally comfortable playing as a central striker or on the wing. He is known for his pace, strength, and excellent finishing ability, as well as his ability to create chances for his teammates.
Off the pitch, Osimhen is known for his humility and down-to-earth personality. He is a devout Christian and often speaks about the importance of his faith in his life and career.
2. Michael Olunga:
This pick was made by Pulse Sports Kenya. Michael Olunga is currently considered to be one of the best strikers in the Kenyan national team. Olunga, who was born on March 26, 1994, in Nairobi, Kenya, has been playing professional football since 2015 and has represented Kenya in numerous international competitions.
Olunga began his career with the Kenyan club Thika United before moving to Sweden to play for Djurgardens IF. He has also played for several other clubs in different countries, including China, Japan, and Spain.
Olunga has been a prolific scorer for both club and country, and he has scored some crucial goals for the Kenyan national team in important matches. In fact, he scored a hat-trick for Kenya in a 2019 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Ethiopia, and he was also named the Most Valuable Player of the 2019 CECAFA Cup, a regional tournament for East and Central African countries.
Overall, Michael Olunga is widely regarded as one of the best players in the Kenyan national team and has the potential to become one of the best strikers in Africa in the coming years.
3. Emmanuel Arnold Okwi:
This pick was made by Pulse Sports Uganda. Emmanuel Arnold Okwi is considered to be one of the best strikers in the Uganda national team. Okwi, who was born on 25 December 1992 in Kasensero, Uganda, is a prolific scorer and has represented Uganda in several international competitions.
Okwi began his career with the Ugandan club SC Villa before moving to play for several other clubs in different countries, including Tanzania, Denmark, and Algeria. He has also played for the Tanzanian club Simba SC, where he won several domestic titles and was named the Tanzanian Premier League’s top scorer in the 2018-2019 season.
Okwi has been a consistent performer for the Ugandan national team and has scored some crucial goals in important matches. In fact, he scored a goal for Uganda in a 2019 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Lesotho, helping his team secure a place in the tournament.
Overall, Emmanuel Okwi is widely regarded as one of the best players in the Uganda national team and has the potential to continue to be one of the best strikers in Africa in the coming years.
