In a recent update from SSE NGA on their official X handle, Nigerian forward Paul Onuachu has been awarded the 2025/26 Süper Lig Goal of the Season for his remarkable bicycle kick during Trabzonspor’s 4-2 win against Fatih Karagümük on September 27, 2025.
SSE NGA mentioned:
Paul Onuachu wins the Super Lig Goal of the Season award for his sensational strike against Karagümrük 🎯
Softfootball reports that the striking moment occurred during the Week Seven match, where Onuachu executed an impressive overhead kick from a cross by Wagner Pina, catching goalkeeper Ivo Grbić off guard.
In the voting for the award, Onuachu surpassed Orkun Kökçü and Marco Asensio.
This achievement marks a successful season for Onuachu, who netted 22 goals in the league and provided two assists, finishing as co-top scorer in the Süper Lig alongside Eldor Shomurodov of İstanbul Başakşehir.
This recognition coincides with a positive period for Nigerian football. Recently, the Nigeria national team was crowned 2026 Unity Cup champions after a dominant 3-0 win over Jamaica at The Valley Stadium in London on May 30, 2026, with goals from Alhassan Yusuf contributing to this success under coach Eric Chelle.
Additionally, Victor Osimhen has responded to remarks made by Chelle concerning his absence from Nigeria’s upcoming friendlies against Poland and Portugal. The striker spoke out following confirmation from the coach regarding Osimhen and Ademola Lookman’s unavailability.
With Onuachu securing a significant individual accolade and the Super Eagles adding another title to their achievements, Nigerian football looks forward to an impressive 2026.
