Asisat Oshoala Set to Join Al Hilal in Saudi Arabia

 Super Falcons star Asisat Oshoala has arrived in Saudi Arabia to complete a move to Al Hilal’s women’s team, marking a new chapter in her illustrious career.

Nigerian football icon Asisat Oshoala landed in Saudi Arabia to finalize her transfer to Al Hilal’s women’s team, as reported by The Athletic. The 30-year-old striker, previously with Bay FC in the NWSL, joins compatriots Ashleigh Plumptre and Rita Chilwelu in the Saudi League, which is expanding its investment in women’s football. Oshoala, a former Barcelona star, is set to undergo a medical before Al Hilal officially announces the move, following an agreement with Bay FC.

Oshoala’s transfer follows limited playing time at Bay FC, where coach Albertin Montoya cited her defensive contributions as a factor. The move to Al Hilal, her seventh club across three continents, reflects her adaptability and global appeal. Her career, spanning Robo Queens, Arsenal, and Barcelona, includes multiple accolades and a legacy as Nigeria’s top striker. The Saudi League’s growing profile, backed by significant investments, provides Oshoala with a platform to continue showcasing her scoring prowess.

The transfer has excited Nigerian fans, with some seeing it as a boost for women’s football, while others lament her departure from the U.S. The move tests Saudi Arabia’s ambition to elevate its women’s game and Oshoala’s ability to shine in a new league. As she prepares for her Al Hilal debut, Oshoala’s journey could inspire Nigeria’s next generation of footballers.