Super Falcons Ajibade Gets NFF Applause Following Atlético Madrid Honour

Super Falcons Ajibade Gets NFF Applause Following Atlético Madrid Honour

Ibrahim Lateef

The captain of the Super Falcons, Rasheedat Ajibade has received a congratulatory message from the Nigeria Football Federation, on being named the Player of the Season for her Spanish top division club, Atlético Madrid Femenino, reports BSNSports.com.ng.

The elegant midfielder helped secure her club's spot in next season's UEFA Champions League by scoring the only goal in the last game of the season, defeating Villarreal ladies. She scored 10 goals and provided eight assists in the previous season.

NFF General Secretary, Dr Mohammed Sanusi, said the football governing body was not surprised as Ajibade has always been the epitome of discipline, dedication, diligence and total commitment to the cause of Club and Country.

“Rasheedat has always been that role model who exemplifies what you expect of a star actor in any field. She has been the epitome of discipline and dedication and has carried the Super Falcons on her lean shoulders with a sense of patriotism and ambition.

“We congratulate and commend her for the rare honour and we believe that the diadem will spur her even further to lead the Super Falcons to glory at the forthcoming Women’s Olympic Football Tournament in France.”

Ajibade played a key role as the Super Falcons reached the Round of 16 at last year’s FIFA World Cup finals. She became team captain and led the team to qualify for the Women’s Olympic Football Tournament for the first time in 16 years.