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Today, we celebrate an African soccer superstar, Asisat Oshoala!
About Her:
- Born October 9, 1994, in Ikorodu, Lagos, Nigeria
- Nigerian professional footballer
- Forward for Barcelona Femení and Nigeria women’s national team
- 4x African Women’s Footballer of the Year
Why We Love Her:
- Breaks barriers for women in sports
- Inspires young African girls to pursue football careers
- Talent, skill, and dedication to her craft
- Passionate advocate for women’s empowerment
Achievements:
- 4x CAF Women’s Footballer of the Year
- 2x African Women’s Cup of Nations winner
- 2015 BBC Women’s Footballer of the Year
- Multiple titles with Barcelona Femení
Quote:
“The most important thing is to believe in yourself and never give up on your dreams.” – Asisat Oshoala
