
OFFICIAL: Super Falcons star Okobi makes historic move to Canada's Ottawa Rapid
EJIM KAYCEE BETHELShare
- Nigerian international Ngozi Okobi-Okeoghene makes history by becoming the first African player to join Canada's Ottawa Rapid in the Northern Super League (NSL).
- The 31-year-old midfielder returns to football just four months after giving birth to her first child, joining the club ahead of their inaugural NSL season.
Veteran Super Falcons lynchpin Ngozi Okobi has shattered records by becoming the first African player to join Canada's Ottawa Rapid, just four months after giving birth to her first child.
The 31-year-old midfielder, a four-time African champion with 75 caps for Nigeria, brings an unparalleled level of experience and expertise to Ottawa Rapid.
Her illustrious career has spanned stints in the NWSL with Washington Spirit, Sweden's Vittsjö, and Spain's Levante Las Planas.
Okobi's impressive résumé also includes pivotal roles in Nigeria's Women's Africa Cup of Nations triumphs in 2010, 2014, 2016, and 2018.
The Super Falcons star recently announced the arrival of her child in September, sharing a heartwarming post on social media featuring herself cradling her newborn.
Despite taking time off to start a family, Okobi-Okeoghene has wasted no time in getting back to the pitch.
As Ottawa Rapid prepares for its inaugural Northern Super League (NSL) season, Okobi-Okeoghene's signing is a major coup for the club. Her presence is expected to bring a new level of excitement and competitiveness to the league.
Join us in welcoming Ngozi Okobi-Oke to Ottawa!
— Ottawa Rapid FC (@ottrapidfc) January 23, 2025
🇳🇬 Played in 2 World Cups with the Nigeria women's national team
🏆 Won 4 Women's Africa Cup of Nations titles
🌍 Played at the club-level in the USA, Sweden and Spain #OTTRAPIDFC pic.twitter.com/S6XhRXEKfh