African footballers continue to make waves internationally, showcasing their talent, resilience, and impact across top leagues. From record-breaking scorers to defensive stalwarts, these players are redefining the global football landscape. Here’s a look at some of the African stars shining in 2025, along with their latest statistics.
1. Victor Osimhen (Nigeria—Galatasaray)
Osimhen has been a force in the Turkish Süper Lig, delivering outstanding performances for Galatasaray: After leaving Napoli, Osimhen has found comfort in Turkey as he is the all-time goal scorer this season. He has also represented his country in World Cup Qualifiers tournaments and CAF (Africa Cup of Nations).
- Appearances: 40
- Goals: 36
- Assists: 8
- Minutes Played: 3,148
2. Mohamed Salah (Egypt – Liverpool)
Salah continues to dominate the Premier League with his goal-scoring prowess. He is the top scorer in the Premier League, has won the Premier League with his team Liverpool after an impressive season, and is on the list of contenders for the 2025 Golden Boot award. He has also represented his country in the Africa Cup of Nations and World Cup Qualifiers.
- Appearances: 50
- Goals: 33
- Assists: 23
- Minutes Played: 4,321
3. Achraf Hakimi (Morocco—Paris Saint-Germain)
Hakimi has been instrumental in PSG’s success, contributing both defensively and offensively. Hakimi has been an important figure in the PSG squad and has earned himself a status at the Ligue 1 club. He has managed to reach the finals of the 2025 UEFA Champions League after beating big teams such as Arsenal, Man City, and Aston Villa. He is also a key player for his country, Morocco, representing the country in world tournaments.
- Appearances: 45
- Goals: 7
- Assists: 14
- Minutes Played: 3,805
4. Serhou Guirassy (Guinea—Borussia Dortmund)
Guirassy has emerged as one of the Bundesliga’s top scorers: The Guinea international has been impressive across all tournaments. He moved to Dortmund last season after having an incredible season with Stuttgart, helping the team reach 2nd place above big teams like Bayern Munich. He is the leading top scorer in the UEFA Champions League with 13 goals, tied with Raphinha, and is the leading top scorer for Dortmund and third in the Bundesliga.
- Appearances: 44
- Goals: 33
- Assists: 9
- Minutes Played: 3,721
5. Ademola Lookman (Nigeria—Atalanta)
Lookman has had an unforgettable season, leading Atalanta to Europa League glory: The Atlanta hero made Atlanta win the UEFA Europa League last year, scoring 3 goals. He is third in the top scorer sheet in Serie A. He has also been influential for the Super Eagles.
- Appearances: 39
- Goals: 20
- Assists: 7
- Minutes Played: 2,826
6. Issa Kaboré (Burkina Faso—Marseille)
Kaboré has impressed with his defensive prowess and attacking contributions; he is a dynamic right-back known for his energy, athleticism, and attacking instincts. He combines physical presence with pace and stamina, allowing him to contribute effectively in both defensive and offensive phases of the game. His versatility enables him to play as both a right-back and a right midfielder, showcasing his technical skills and ability to contribute in advanced positions.
- Appearances: 16
- Goals: 0
- Assists: 2
- Minutes Played: 497
7. Sadio Mané (Senegal—Al-Nassr)
Despite moving to Saudi Arabia, Mané continues to showcase his world-class talent: Mané has played for major clubs such as Liverpool. Where he won the Premier League and Champions League, he was also a top scorer for Liverpool. While his move to Bundesliga side Bayern was not fruitful, he moved on to Saudi side Al-Nassr, where he continued to impress.
- Appearances: 45
- Goals: 17
- Assists: 13
- Minutes Played: 3,853
8. Samuel Chukwueze (Nigeria – AC Milan)
Chukwueze’s dribbling skills and pace have made him a nightmare for defenders in Serie A: Notably, Chukwueze was ranked among Serie A’s top 50 dribblers for the season, highlighting his prowess in taking on opponents and advancing play. His performances have been pivotal in key matches, including a dramatic late winner against Parma and a brace in the Coppa Italia against Sassuolo .
- Appearances: 33
- Goals: 5
- Assists: 1
- Minutes Played: 1,215
9. Omar Marmoush (Egypt—Manchester City)
Marmoush has been a revelation at Manchester City, dazzling fans with his attacking flair. The Egyptian Prince has been incredible this season. When he played for German side Frankfurt, he caused major problems for big teams such as Bayern and Leverkusen. He moved to City and has continued to impress, even scoring a hat trick against Newcastle. No player in City’s squad has more goals than Marmoush since his debut on January 7.
- Appearances: 47
- Goals: 28
- Assists: 17
- Minutes Played: 3,542
African footballers continue to elevate the sport, proving that talent from the continent is indispensable on the global stage. Who do you think will be the next breakout star? Let’s discuss!
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