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BascoVanVeli:
She literally won the biggest NCAA awards as a forward. What are we really talking about here?

So Jody Brown of FSU/Jamaica who’s a Winger that played most of her last season games in the AM position for FSU is now a Midfielder ahbi??

Or Christy Ucheibe who plays as a Center Back on the Right side for Benfica is now a Defender??

Rita Chikwelu another big example played as a CB for Kristianstand DFF in Sweden and Madrid CFF in Spain for a Period of time did that change her from a Midfielder to a Defender??

Or Selma Bacha who’s a well known Left Back but plays as a winger for Lyon and France in some occasion, will you now call her a Winger?

Or the Dutch Captain Spitse who plays as a CB for Netherland and Ajax Women is now a Defender ahbi??

BascoVanVeli:
She literally won the biggest NCAA awards as a forward. What are we really talking about here?

The Player herself said it in an interview with Eagles Tracker that her Primary Position is the No.10 behind the Strikers but she can play as a no.8 or the Left Flank

She was never a Forward but a Midfielder who can as well play on the Flank…! Because she was moved to the flank by her Coach doesn’t mean she’s a Winger..

Ngozi Okobi does the same, She’s an attacking midfielder but plays as a Winger and a Wingback while at Eskilstuana United in Sweden..

Seeing this Photos bring back the Memories of the 2010-2012 set of SuperFalcons Under Coach Eucharia..

Ebere Orji 31yrs
Memories… The Good Old days of Ebere Orji

Another Good Player Who have been in the International Wilderness For Long.. One of Coach Uche Ngozi Eucharia favourite Forward..:

Onyi Echegini is Primarily a Midfielder who’s well known in that Position… Go check the analysis of her game done by TFA

https://x.com/totalanalysis/status/1743225838592774437?s=46



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mOWqrIdt-8M?feature=shared

BascoVanVeli:
Let's also put Nnadozie back at top 9 since all that matters is what the position the player wants
Onyi can give us more as a forward IMO.

Which Nnadozie? The one that Stopped Playing as a Striker before she was Discovered as a goalkeeper at the Airtel Rising Star Competition??

You can’t compare her with Echegini who played in two positions this particular season after the World Cup…. AM and LW..

BascoVanVeli:
She compete for both wing positions. Uchenna and Gift were just the names I thought about

Okay..

Have always seen Uchenna Kanu as a big player and one of the best talents we have on the Flanks cause the Athleticism is there, but her Performances dipped the moment she moved to the NWSL, on a good day Uchenna Kanu will do justice as she’s a complete player, Very quick, Skillful, can score goals, uses both feet’s effectively and very good in the air..!

BascoVanVeli:
I see JOE as a forward. She should be competing with Gift and Uchenna for that left side.

One good thing is all our Winger forward players can play on both sides but since you mentioned Gift and Kanu… My question is where does Rinsola Babajide comes in??

BascoVanVeli:
I see JOE as a forward. She should be competing with Gift and Uchenna for that left side.

God Abeg oooo… Person open her mouth tell you say she be (No.10) Attacking Midfielder but da play the Left Wing or (No. role as alternative you wan force the Forward give her…!?

With the return of Randy, New Midfielders will likely come in but again these have been his regular and stand out in recent time..

••• Halimatu Ayinde 28yrs (Rosengard Fc) 🇸🇪
••• Christy Ucheibe 23yrs (Benfica ) 🇵🇹
••• Deborah Abeodun 20yrs (Pittsburgh University) 🇺🇸
••• Tony Payne 28yrs (Sevilla) 🇪🇸
••• Onyi Echegini 22yrs (Juventus) 🇮🇹

How much game time will they be able to manage with all of them been in top of their game and some going Pro in big European Clubsides..

And the Alternatives like,
— Regina Otu 27yrs (Saint Etienne) 🇫🇷
— Peace Efih 23yrs ( Sc Braga) 🇵🇹
— Esther Onyenezide 20yrs (Fc Robo) 🇳🇬
— Amanda Mbadi 24yrs (Saint Etienne) 🇫🇷

And incoming Foreign Born,
<> Elisha Sulola 22yrs (Valencia) 🇪🇸

Randy is very much familiar with the top5 above and Deborah Abeodun been her player at Pittsburgh University also give her some edge to becoming a regular in the team as she’s well known and nurtured by Randy at College level..

Deborah Abiodun 20yrs is a dynamic, diminutive, and disciplined player, nicknamed “Kante” by Fans is known for her relentless energy and excellent ball-winning abilities as a Defensive Midfielder/Box-2-Box Midfielder . This is attributed to her strong positional sense, off the ball movement, and her ability to read the game. Predominantly known for his tactical awareness, intelligence, anticipation, and the defensive aspect of her game, her ability to tackle and regain possession, intercept passes, and block shots.
Abeodun is also capable of playmaking from inside her own half and is an efficient passer on the counter-attack, helping kick start attacking plays immediately after winning back the ball. She is also quick up and down the pitch and often makes late attacking runs in to the box.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GLs08h404Sc?si=h9uPXJMCaZ3v5fEn




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vy4XtC3yA28?si=0Q-3BYP9tEg74Tqw

Madrid CFF have rejected a €400,000 offer from an @NWSL side for the services of Racheal Kundananji ❌💰

Per @david_menayo, the Zambian international has a contract until 2026 with a release clause of €700,000.

What we Love to See… Jennifer Onyi Echegini

D1Arkema 🇫🇷

Results
Lyon remain 100% a Ada Hegerberg rocket 🚀 to beat Nnadozie earns a 1-0 win , Paris FC drop to third below PSG on goal difference .

Deltamani:
34•• Lyon W (0)-(0) Paris FC W


https://www.youtube.com/live/tpx6XzpZyDU?si=lY9WK8ApHnOzpvkx

https://www.youtube.com/live/WQEz067bSFc?si=kM0itHI1c5jSB4f8

Ada finally break the deadlock for Lyon
84+

Agba Baller..

34•• Lyon W (0)-(0) Paris FC W


https://www.youtube.com/live/tpx6XzpZyDU?si=lY9WK8ApHnOzpvkx

https://www.youtube.com/live/WQEz067bSFc?si=kM0itHI1c5jSB4f8

#NWFL24 Premiership MD 7 Results

Robo Queens 1-2 Rivers Angels

Bayelsa Queens 3-0 Edo Queens

Delta Queens 3-1 Sunshine Queens

Remo Ladies 4-1 Ekiti Queens

Royal Queens 1-0 Nasarawa Amazons

Adamawa Queens 2-1 Heartland Queens

Dannaz Ladies 1-0 Abia Angels

Naija Ratels 1-0 Confluence Queens

FULL TIME RESULT!

Bayelsa Queens 3-0 Edo Queens

Chinyere Igboamalu with the Hat trick!

NFF restores World Cup bronze-winning Flamingos’ U17 technical crew

The Executive Committee of Nigeria Football Federation has approved the re-appointment of the technical crew of the U17 Women National Team, Flamingos, led by Coach Bankole Olowookere, which led the team to Nigeria’s first-ever podium finish at the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup, in India in 2022.

Thenff.com can report that the NFF Technical and Development Committee made the recommendation, which was subsequently approved by the Executive Committee.

After coming through their group stage attrition, the Flamingos had beaten the United States of America after a penalty shootout in the quarter-finals, but lost to Colombia in the semi-finals. In the third-place, the Flamingos were held to a 3-3 draw by Germany, but prevailed after a penalty shootout to win the bronze medals.

Olanrewaju Bankole Olowookere retained his position as Head Coach, just as Adanna Nwaneri (Assistant Coach), Morufu Adeyemo (Assistant Coach) and Abubakar Ndanusa (Goalkeepers’ Coach) also retained their positions.

The Flamingos will begin the race to qualify for this year’s FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup with an away game against their counterparts from the Central African Republic, with the first leg scheduled for Bangui on the weekend of 2nd – 4th February, while the return leg holds at the MKO Abiola National Stadium, Abuja on Saturday, 10th February.

Remo Stars Ladies did their thing too, came out in different style before their NWFL clash vs Ekiti Queens.

🇵🇪 Faith Ikidi Michael is ready for 2024!

Pitea is incredibly excited that Faith has chosen to sign for another year with the association. 2024 will be her 14th season in PIF Dam. She came to Piteå before the 2011 season and has become loyal to the association ever since ❤️🤍

She has played 17 seasons in one of the best football leagues in the world and this will be her 18th season this year! Already in 2006, she made women's Swedish debut with QBIK and has also played with Linköping. Faith has played 350 games in OBOS Damallsvenskan and was selected best back in 2015. Besides games in Sweden, she has also represented the Nigerian national team where she debuted as early as 2004.

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ThePresenceWtf:
No, She is very much Right Footed...But like most professional women footballers, she's versatile and she can play across all backline position, She is Primarily a CB tho.

Isabella Bryld Obaze is Primarily a Left Back, even while at HB Koge Women’s Club in Denmark that was her original position but played Center Back in Champions League games occasionally.. When she signed for Rosengard in Sweden she was made to play at CB because the Coaches felt she’s good there too…! Same with what Randy does to Ashleigh who’s a CB but she’s mainly utilized at LB for the SuperFalcons..!

Report has it that PSG are currently looking for a right-back and Nicole Payne🇳🇬 is on the way out and being considered by multiple teams, including WSL, as she has been unable to secure her position in team…

Ahbi mk she go Spain or better still go join her sister 4 Sevilla??

lovewins:
Aunty Onome has cut short her lifelong dream to mentor the young folks in the NWSL, as she's signed a contract with Israeli Club Bnot Netanya.

The club announced her signing on their Instagram page about an hour ago.

It appears our girls in Naija Ratels will have to wait a bit more to be mentored.

Good move for Onome.

All those Naija Ratels this and that na just formality… Mama can't take the shit and shabby play going on in the NWPL… After playing most of her Football Career abroad with good environment mk she come play for Naija Ratels😂🤗😂

It's official.

The Washington Spirit names FC Barcelona Femení’s Jonatan Giráldez Costas as new head coach!

GeneralDae:
Hmm I love left footed players or those who can use both feet very well. Let's go for her. Our left back position needs reinforcement.

That is no longer Possible, Isabella Bryld Obaze have been Capped at the Senior level for Denmark and she’s currently a Starter in their First 11… Started and Played their last 4 games..

mostob:
She is left-footed? Could be a perfect backup for Ashleigh.

Person wha don da play for Denmark Senior Team already….🥹

Deltamani:
Portland Thorns FC have acquired Denmark Defender Isabella Obaze from FC Rosengård for an undisclosed amount, pending the receipt of her P-1 visa and International Transfer Certificate (ITC).

Obaze has signed with the club through the 2026 season, with a mutual option for the 2027 season. Additionally, Obaze will occupy an international spot.
I am so excited to be joining Portland Thorns FC, they are a club with a winning mentality and I hope to help continue their success,” Obaze said. “I can’t wait to get started..

At just 21 years old, Obaze has become one of Denmark’s stalwarts along the backline following the 2023 FIFA World Cup, having started in four consecutive matches for the “Red and White,” contributing to victories over Iceland and Wales in UEFA Women’s Nations League competition. Obaze made her national team debut in 2022 at the Algarve Cup, starting in Denmark’s match against Italy.
“We became aware of Isabella quite some time ago, and as a result we have been able to see her quickly develop into an incredibly strong defensive player, well beyond her years. Isabella possesses all the intangibles which make her an excellent fit for us, both on and off the field, and we believe she will be an important piece for our club going forward,” Portland Thorns FC general manager Karina LeBlanc said.

Nigerian Father and a Danish Mother.. Good thing is she can Play LB and CB very well.. I wish Nigeria got her earlier on… Waiting till they get to that 20+ age when the players already declared their intentions of playing for 9ja is bad.. Let’s go for them if the talent is already Showing, going for them will be Difficult once they get to that Point except the Players really want Nigeria at all cost..

A lot of them are there with the talent’s already showing but NFF won’t even bother because of their own motives..

Portland Thorns FC have acquired Denmark Defender Isabella Obaze from FC Rosengård for an undisclosed amount, pending the receipt of her P-1 visa and International Transfer Certificate (ITC).

Obaze has signed with the club through the 2026 season, with a mutual option for the 2027 season. Additionally, Obaze will occupy an international spot.
I am so excited to be joining Portland Thorns FC, they are a club with a winning mentality and I hope to help continue their success,” Obaze said. “I can’t wait to get started..

At just 21 years old, Obaze has become one of Denmark’s stalwarts along the backline following the 2023 FIFA World Cup, having started in four consecutive matches for the “Red and White,” contributing to victories over Iceland and Wales in UEFA Women’s Nations League competition. Obaze made her national team debut in 2022 at the Algarve Cup, starting in Denmark’s match against Italy.
“We became aware of Isabella quite some time ago, and as a result we have been able to see her quickly develop into an incredibly strong defensive player, well beyond her years. Isabella possesses all the intangibles which make her an excellent fit for us, both on and off the field, and we believe she will be an important piece for our club going forward,” Portland Thorns FC general manager Karina LeBlanc said.