Super Falcons star Asisat Oshoala joins FC Barcelona

The Super Falcons star, who was part of Nigeria’s Africa Women’s Cup of Nations triumph completed her medicals and signed her contract on the 31st of January.

“This is obviously one of the best clubs in the world. The team has a great history and wonderful football mentality,” Oshoala says.

The three-time CAF Women Footballer of the Year said she was happy to meet up and play with Vicky Losada, with whom she was teammates at Arsenal.

“I am excited about playing with Vicky Losada again,” she says. “She’s a great midfielder, with a lot of energy and skill. I also met Fabiana in China and she helped me to make this decision.

“My goal is to strengthen the team and help them to win and make history. This is a fantastic opportunity because I’m sure something big will happen here.” Oshoala concludes.

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Oshoala joins Barcelona, which is currently placed second on the Primera Division Feminina table behind Atletico Madrid. Barcelona play their next game on the 3rd of February against Albacete.