Imo FA To Hold Testimonial Match for Oparanozie

Imo FA To Hold Testimonial Match for Oparanozie

Precious Oham

All is now set for the much-anticipated testimonial match in honour of retired Super Falcons striker, Desire Oparanozie, BSNSports.com.ng reports. 

The testimonial match in honour of Oparanozie is organised by the Imo State Football Association and would hold on 14th December, 2023 at the Dan Anyiam Stadium, Owerri. 

Oparanozie, was capped 35 times for Nigeria and scored 22 goals, retired as a four-time African champion and one of Nigeria’s most enigmatic players ever.

Just after her retirement, the celebrated footballer was granted the prestigious title of “Honorary Member” by the Imo State FA. 

The event will be graced by her Excellency Barrister Mrs Hope Uzodinma, wife of the Governor of Imo State.

The 29-year-old started her football journey in the Nigerian Women’s League, the NWFL, with South South side Bayelsa Queens.

She moved on to Delta Queens where the adventure to Europe began on loan in Turkey. Desire returned to Delta Queens before moving to Europe permanently en route to stints in Russia, Germany and later on, France.

Oparanozie began her journey with the Nigeria Women’s team in 2010 and went on to become a key member of the team.

She featured in four FIFA Women’s World, FIFAWWC, including the last one in Australia where she featured in the round of 16 clash against England and missed a penalty in the shootout.