Asisat Oshoala retires from international football

 

Asisat Oshoala has officially announced her retirement from international football, effective after the ongoing 2024/25 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). She shared a personal message on Facebook, indicating that it was time to make way for the next generation of female footballers.

Oshoala, who is 30 years old, has had a remarkable career with the Super Falcons, spanning over 11 years and significantly impacting African women's football. She has won the African Women's Player of the Year award six times, a testament to her consistent excellence.

Throughout her international career, Oshoala has been a prolific scorer for Nigeria. Some highlights include:

 * Winning the 2014 African Women's Championship where she was voted the best player.

 * Playing in multiple FIFA Women's World Cups (2015, 2019, 2023).

 * Winning the Women's Africa Cup of Nations multiple times with the Super Falcons.

Her decision marks the end of an era for Nigerian women's football.

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