Top 10 best Nigerian female footballers in 2025
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best Nigerian female footballers in 2023 || Credit: Imago

Top 10 best Nigerian female footballers in 2025

Stephen Oladehinde 15:48 - 09.03.2025

Asisat Oshoala and Rasheedat Ajibade shine as the leading lights in best Nigerian female footballers, setting the pace for skill and achievement in 2025.

10. Ifeoma Onumonu (Montpellier HSC)

Ifeoma Onumonu, a dynamic forward at Montpellier HSC in France known for her agility and scoring ability is also among the best Nigerian female footballers. Following Nigeria's performance in Women's World Cup, she is expected to play a pivotal role for the Super Falcons in future tournaments.

Ifeoma Onumonu (Gotham FC) || Credit: Imago
Ifeoma Onumonu (Montpellier HSC) || Credit: Imago

 9. Gift Monday (UD Tenerife)

Gift Monday, who moved from the Nigerian league to Spain's UDTenerife in 2022, is a promising talent. Her skillful play and goal-scoring prowess are anticipated to flourish in European football.

Gift Monday (Granadilla Tenerife) || Credit: Imago
Gift Monday (Granadilla Tenerife) || Credit: Imago

8. Tosin Demehin (Galatasaray)

Tosin Demehin, a defender for Galatasaray, stood out in the U20 World Cup in 2022. She is known for her solid defensive skills and tactical intelligence and she is now a rising sta.r in European football and a key player for the Super Falcons. she is at number 8 on the list of best Nigerian female footballers.

Tosin Demehin (Stade Reims) || Credit: Soccernet
Tosin Demehin (Stade Reims) || Credit: Soccernet

7. Uchenna Kanu (Racing Louisville)

Uchenna Kanu, who plays for Racing Louisville in the USA, is celebrated for her exceptional goal-scoring ability. After winning a title in Mexico with Tigres, she became a crucial player for Nigeria in the international arena, before moving to the USA.

Uchenna Kanu (Racing Louisville) || Credit: Imago
Uchenna Kanu (Racing Louisville) || Credit: Imago

6. Roosa Ariyo (KuPS)

Roosa Ariyo, a striker for Finnish side KuPS, has quickly adapted to European football. Her height and striking ability make her a formidable presence on the field, and she's a strong contender for inclusion in the Super Falcons squad.

Roosa Ariyo (Club YLA) || Credit: Imago
Roosa Ariyo (KuPS) || Credit: Imago

5. Toni Payne (Everton)

Toni Payne, a versatile player for Everton, has excelled in both attacking and defensive roles. Her adaptability and skills were showcased at the Women's World Cup, and she's expected to be a key player in future campaigns for Nigeria.

Toni Payne in action at Sevilla || Credit: Imago
Toni Payne in action at Sevilla || Credit: Imago

4. Christy Ucheibe (SL Benfica)

Midfielder Christy Ucheibe, playing for SL Benfica, gained recognition for her hardworking performances. The Benfica player also made a significant impact in her first World Cup appearance for Nigeria.

Christy Ucheibe (SL Benfica) || Credit: Imago
Christy Ucheibe (SL Benfica) || Credit: Imago

3. Chiamaka Nnadozie (Paris FC)

Chiamaka Nnadozie, goalkeeper for Paris FC, is renowned for her incredible saves and commanding presence in goal. As one of the top goalkeepers in women's football, she was one of the Super Falcons' best players at the concluded Women's World Cup.

Chiamaka Nnadozie (Paris FC) || Credit: Imago
Chiamaka Nnadozie (Paris FC) || Credit: Imago

2. Rasheedat Ajibade (Atletico Madrid)

Rasheedat Ajibade, a forward for Atletico Madrid is also among the best Nigerian female footballers. She is known for her speed, skill, and scoring ability. She made a huge impression at the concluded Women's World Cup.

Rasheedat Ajibade (Atletico Madrid) || Credit: Imago
Rasheedat Ajibade (Atletico Madrid) || Credit: Imago

1. Asisat Oshoala (Bay FC)

Asisat Oshoala, six-time African Player of the Year and Bay FC star, is celebrated for her exceptional speed, skill, and goal-scoring prowess. Oshoala takes the lead of the best Nigerian female footballers.

The Bay FC star has been influential for the Super Falcons and was one of the best players at the just-concluded Women's World Cup.

Asisat Oshoala in action for FC Barcelona || Credit: Imago
Asisat Oshoala in action for FC Barcelona || Credit: Imago

As previously reported by Pulse Sports, the Nigerian women's football scene has consistently produced top-tier talent, making significant impacts both domestically and internationally. 

Highlighting players like Asisat Oshoala and Rasheedat Ajibade, Pulse Sports has covered the rise of these athletes, emphasizing their skills and contributions to the sport. 

This consistent focus on Nigerian female footballers underscores the depth of talent in the country and their rising prominence on the global stage.