FIFA has celebrated Nigerian football sensation Asisat Oshoala for her outstanding display at the 2014 U-20 Women’s World Cup. The world football governing body shared a video compilation of her tournament highlights, captioning it, “Agba Baller, from the very start.”
Oshoala’s performance during the 2014 U-20 Women’s World Cup was nothing short of extraordinary. The young forward scored seven goals, earning her the Golden Boot as the tournament’s top scorer and the Golden Ball as the best player. Her remarkable talent and drive helped Nigeria finish as runners-up.
Oshoala’s success didn’t stop at the youth level. She played a crucial role in winning the 2014 African Women’s Championship with the Super Falcons and was crowned African Women’s Footballer of the Year for the first time, a title she has since claimed a record six times.
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The Nigerian star has made history on the European stage, becoming the first African player to win the UEFA Women’s Champions League with Barcelona in 2021, 2023, and 2024. She was also the first African woman to score in a UEFA Women’s Champions League final and win the Primera División’s Pichichi Trophy.
In August 2022, Oshoala became the first African woman nominated for the Ballon d’Or Féminin. Her illustrious career has seen her shine for top clubs across the globe, including Arsenal, Liverpool, and Barcelona.
Victor osimhen (left) Asisat Oshoala (right), winners of the African best footballer of the 2023 season award, male and female category
Nigeria prepares to participate in the 11th edition of the FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup in Colombia and Oshoala’s achievements serve as an inspiration to the next generation of Nigerian players. The Falconets will battle for honors in Group D alongside Germany, South Korea, and Venezuela.
Oshoala’s legacy continues to pave the way for Nigerian women’s football, and her recognition by FIFA is a testament to her hard work and dedication to the sport. As the world watches the upcoming U-20 World Cup, fans will be eager to see if a new star will emerge to follow in Oshoala’s footsteps.
