Super Falcons star Asisat Oshoala has made the 20-person short list for this year’s Ballon d’Or for the best female player in the world.
This is her first-ever nomination and the first such recognition for an African woman.
It rewards a very eventful season during which her goals helped Barcelona win a treble in Spain.
She was the top scorer in the league with 20 goals despite injuries.
The forward is one of four Barcelona Fameni players on the Ballon d’Or short list along with the likes of Alexandra Popp of Germany and Wolfsburg and Norway star Hegerberg of Lyon.
Oshoala has already won the CAF Player of the Year.
It’s her record fifth accolade.
The winner of the prestigious award will be announced in Paris on October 17.
Osoala was very good and fantastic in this award given to her may God continue to guide you in your professional football ⚽ in Jesus name 📛 amen thank you Jesus.