Bay FC is gearing up to warmly welcome Super Falcons star Asisat Oshoala, even before her return to the club, following Nigeria’s triumphant capture of their 10th WAFCON title on Saturday.
The forward’s outstanding performance helped secure the historic win, earning her hero status among fans and teammates alike.
In a touching tribute, Bay FC honored Oshoala during their Sunday summer series match against Urawa Reds Ladies. At PayPal Park, the club proudly showcased a large image of Oshoala hoisting the WAFCON trophy, signaling the high regard in which she is held and the exciting celebrations to come when she rejoins the squad.
“That’s our champion. Sending our love and congrats from Pay Pal Park,” the club posted via X as the announcer also rang it to the ears of the fans inside the stadium.
Playing in her sixth tournament, the six-time African Women’s Footballer of The Year scored Nigeria’s first goal at the tournament, during the 3-0 win over Tunisia, and led the team to a record-extending 10th title.
She started Nigeria’s first two games before starting the quarter-final against Zambia and the final game against Morocco from the bench.
Until the tournament, Oshoala had missed the national team assignment since the Olympics, Punch reported.
“It’s been a while since I’ve played with the national team. Obviously, there are so many things going on behind the scenes with me that I had to deal with personally. But whenever I’m here, whenever I’m on the pitch, I want to score goals. I want to play, help my teammates to get three points each game we play,” she said before the tournament.
During the tournament, the 30-year-old was also rumoured to have retired from international football, but she has dismissed the rumours.
“I’m still here. I’m still playing. I’m still doing my job. That’s what I’m focused on.”
Oshoala has now won four WAFCON titles since entering her first tournament in 2012.
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