Nigerian Football Star Asisat Oshoala Joins Bay FC on a Two-Year Contract

In a groundbreaking move for African women’s football, Nigerian forward Asisat Oshoala has signed a two-year contract with American club Bay FC.

The 29-year-old former Barcelona player is set to make her debut in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) as the San Francisco Bay Area-based club prepares for their inaugural season in 2024.

Oshoala, who has been crowned African Women’s Footballer of the Year a record six times, is a proven goal scorer at the highest levels of world football.

She brings a wealth of experience to Bay FC, having won four league titles, two Champions Leagues, and numerous domestic cups during her time at Barcelona.

Bay FC general manager Lucy Rushton expressed her excitement about the signing, stating, “To have the opportunity to add a player of Asisat’s quality, experience, and winning pedigree to our roster is an exciting and important day for the club and the NWSL.”

Oshoala’s signing is a significant step forward for Bay FC, as they look to build a competitive team for their first season in the NWSL.

With her impressive track record and undeniable talent, Oshoala is expected to make an immediate impact on the field and help the team challenge for titles.

The Nigerian international’s move to Bay FC is not only a triumph for the club but also for the NWSL, as it continues to attract top talent from around the world.

As the league grows in stature, the signing of players like Oshoala will help to elevate the quality of play and further cement the NWSL as one of the premier women’s soccer leagues in the world.