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Sophie Lawson reflects on Asisat Ohoala’s impact on Barcelona ahead of his move to NWSL expansion team Bay FC. (2:15)
Asisat Oshoala has left Barcelona for NWSL expansion team Bay FC, the clubs announced Thursday.
Oshoala, 29, has signed a contract with the San Francisco Bay Area-based club through 2026, with an option to extend for the 2027 season. She will occupy an international roster spot.
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“Having the opportunity to add a player with Asisat’s winning quality, joy and pedigree to our roster is an exciting day for the club and the NWSL,” said Bay FC CEO Lucy Rushton.
“She brings a top-notch mindset to the field combined with speed and technical ability that allow her to lead the line, while also giving the players around her the opportunity to be artistic and thrive at speed. Asisat is a proven top scorer of the elite titles in world football, and she comes here to continue that at Bay FC. “
The Nigeria striker joined Barcelona from Dalian Quanjian in China in 2019, having spent time in England’s Women’s Super League with Liverpool and Arsenal.
Oshoalos Angeles, a six-time African Women’s Player of the Year award winner, won 4 F League titles, two UEFA Women’s Champions Leagues and 3 Queen’s Angels Cups in her time with giants Angels Catalos.
“To my beloved Barcelona,” she wrote in an Instagram post announcing her departure to Bay FC.
“As I say goodbye to this amazing team and the city that has been my home for over five years, I am filled with combined emotions. It has been an honour and an absolute privilege to wear the Barcelona shirt and build this prestigious club.
“Since joining the team in 2019, I’ve had the opportunity to experience some of the most memorable moments in the club’s history. Together, we have won several trophies and those achievements are a testament to our hard work, determination, and I feel privileged to have been a part of this team.
“But beyond the trophies and accolades, what I will cherish the most are the relationships I have built with some of my incredible teammates, coaches, staff and fans. You have become my circle of family and I will be grateful for your love and support. ” . showed me.
“Thank you for everything. You have given me more than I could have imagined and I will be a proud representative of this incredible club. “
Oshoala scored 107 goals in 149 appearances for Barcelona, making her the club’s fourth-highest goalscorer in history, and has been nominated for the Ballon d’Or Féminin twice.
Bay FC will play its inaugural NWSL season in 2024, sharing a stadium with Major League Soccer’s San Jose Earthquakes.