Victor Osimhen, the Nigerian striker for Napoli, made a remarkable feat on Sunday as he broke Cristiano Ronaldo’s four-year record in Serie A to become the league’s highest jumper. In Napoli’s 3-0 win against Spezia, Osimhen demonstrated his aerial abilities with a leap of 2.58 meters while scoring his first goal of the game....CONTINUE READING THE FULL ARTICLE>>>
The 24-year-old’s leap was not only higher than the crossbar, but it was also a new personal career high for him, surpassing his previous record of 2.52 meters. This latest feat has earned him a place in the annals of Serie A history and could even be considered for one of the greatest headed goals in football.
Osimhen has had a remarkable career thus far, scoring many unbelievable headers. However, his goal against Spezia was extraordinary and demonstrated his exceptional jumping abilities.
The Nigeria international reached a height of 2.58 meters, a mark that is typical of elite NBA stars, as reported by Corriere dello Sport. This new record in Serie A surpasses the previous 2.56-meter mark set by Ronaldo in 2019.
Osimhen’s goal came in the 68th minute of the game and was the second of the day for Napoli. The first goal was scored by Khvicha Kvaratskhelia from the penalty spot, giving Napoli the lead after a goalless first half. Osimhen’s header was a remarkable effort that sailed past Spezia’s goalkeeper Bartłomiej Drągowski.
The striker has now scored 16 goals in Serie A this season, the most he has ever managed in a single season in his career.
While Osimhen’s 2.58-meter jump is impressive, it falls short of the world record of 2.62 meters set by Ugandan defender Bevis Mugabi in the Scottish Championship in 2021. Nevertheless, it is a remarkable achievement for Osimhen, who is quickly making a name for himself in the world of football.
