- She is a Nigerian professional footballer
- She plays as a striker for Barcelona and the Nigeria women’s national team
- She was named the BBC Women’s Footballer of the Year in 2015
Asisat Lamina Oshoala is a Nigerian professional football player who plays as a striker and she has an impressive net worth in 2023 estimated to be $53.5 million from her successful football career.
Oshoala’s football career has been successful both locally and internationally. She started her career with a local club FC Robo and three years later she moved to Rivers Angels where she won the Nigeria Women’s, Premier League.
A year later, she left for Europe joining Liverpool ladies. The following year, the striker was named the BBC Women’s Footballer of the Year and the African Women’s Footballer of the Year.
Oshoala then left for Spain and joined Barcelona and has since won several leagues. She is a member of the Nigeria women’s national team and has represented her country in three FIFA Women’s World Cups.
Asisat Lamina Oshoala Biography
| Full name | Asisat Lamina Oshoala |
| Age | 28 years old |
| Height | 1.73 m |
| Place of birth | Ikorodu, Nigeria |
| Date of birth | October 9 1994 |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Occupation | Footballer |
| Source of wealth | Football earnings |
| Marital status | Single |
Net Worth
Asisat Oshoala’s net worth in 2023 is an estimated whopping $53.5 million which makes her one of the richest female footballers in the world.
Her football career is successful and being a striker for Barcelona could pay her a weekly wage of $10,500 making her one of the best-paid female footballers in the world.
Asisat Lamina Oshoala. Photo/Cheer On Nigeria
It is also possible that she earns more from Barcelona since the club signed a collective bargaining agreement with its female players.
In addition to her salary, Oshoala also has endorsement deals with Nike, MTN and Pepsi which are likely to pay her several million dollars every year.
Personal Life
Asisat Oshoala was born on October 9 1994 in Ikorodu, Lagos State, Nigeria. She grew up in a Muslim family and when she started playing football, her parents were not supportive because of their religious beliefs but she eventually won them over with her talent.
The player attended Air Force Primary School in Victoria Island and Aunty Ayo International School in Ikoyi for her primary and secondary education.
The player joined the Nigeria women’s football team, the Super Falcons and four years later she moved to Europe to play for Liverpool Ladies.
Two years later, she left to join Arsenal Ladies and she is currently in Spain where she plays for Barcelona and has won several tournaments.
Oshoala is a very respected individual in Nigeria and was made a Member of the Order of the Niger by the Nigerian government. She is also a UN Women Goodwill Ambassador.
The striker has a daughter and is rumoured to be dating Nigerian footballer Abu Azeez.
Career
Asisat Oshola is a Nigerian professional football player who plays as a striker for Spanish club Barcelona and the Nigeria Women’s national team.
The 28-year-old began her career playing locally with club FC Robo and then moved to Rivers Angels where she won the Nigeria Women’s Premier League and the Women’s FA Cup.
A year later, she moved to Europe to play for Liverpool Ladies.
The player was named the BBC Women’s Footballer of the Year and also won the African Women’s Footballer of the Year award that year.
Two years later, she joined Arsenal ladies and played for one season before leaving for Spain to join Barcelona.
Oshoala has represented her country in several matches and she won the African Women’s championship with Nigeria for two years.
Asisat Lamina Oshoala. photo/Sports Brief
She has also represented Nigeria at the FIFA Women’s World Cup thrice. In addition to her many individual and team awards, she was made a Member of the Order of the Niger by the Nigerian government in 2014.
The player is also a UN Women Goodwill Ambassador and a mentor of many young girls who would want to play football as a profession in her country and worldwide.
Luxury Collection
Asisat is a wealthy lady and that is evident in her net worth and career earnings. She owns some of the best vehicles in the world like:
- Mercedes- Benz CLA 250
- BMW X2
- Range Rover
Apart from the cars, Asisat also owns a house in Lagos, Nigeria and a flat in Barcelona, Spain.
FAQs
How old is she?
28 years old
What is her net worth in 2023?
$53.5 million
Which club is she currently playing for?
Barcelona
Is she married?
No
Does she have a child?
Yes.
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