RABAT, Morocco (BN24) — Nigerian football icon Asisat Oshoala has been named a CAF Ambassador ahead of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), the Confederation of African Football announced on Tuesday. The appointment adds another milestone to Oshoala’s already storied career and underscores her growing influence both on and off the pitch.
CAF confirmed the news in a statement released just months before the continent’s premier women’s tournament kicks off in Morocco. In a post on X, CAF Women welcomed the six-time African Women’s Player of the Year, writing, “Welcome Asisat Oshoala, our new CAF Ambassador.”
The ceremonial announcement took place in Rabat, where the 30-year-old forward, currently playing for Al Hilal in the Saudi Women’s Premier League, received the honour in the presence of top CAF officials and media.
With this ambassadorial role, Oshoala joins an elite group of football personalities chosen to promote African football globally. The role includes responsibilities such as representing CAF at official events, engaging with youth development initiatives, and advocating for gender equality and social causes tied to the sport.
Born in Lagos, Oshoala has long been a symbol of excellence in women’s football. Her accolades include four WAFCON titles with Nigeria’s Super Falcons and a record six African Women’s Player of the Year awards. She has played professionally in England, China, Spain, and now Saudi Arabia, amassing widespread respect for her performance and advocacy.
CAF’s appointment of Oshoala is widely seen as a strategic move to bolster the visibility and impact of women’s football in Africa. As WAFCON 2024 approaches, her presence as a brand ambassador is expected to energize young fans, raise the profile of the tournament, and reinforce the federation’s push for broader female participation in football.
This latest honour further cements Oshoala’s place among the most influential African athletes of her generation, continuing a career that has consistently broken barriers and inspired new pathways for female footballers across the continent.
