Joy Omewa: Who is the new Super Falcons forward with 13 goals in 15 matches

The Super Falcons of Nigeria have welcomed a new, prolific face to their attacking line-up, as 22-year-old forward Joy Omewa earned her first senior team call-up following an extraordinary run of form for her Danish club, Fortuna Hjørring.

Omewa was included in the squad announced by Super Falcons' Head Coach Justine Madugu on Friday for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifiers against the Benin Republic.

The first leg of the fixture will be held at the Stade Kegue, Lome , on a date yet to be specified in the article, as the Bénin Republic does not possess a CAF-approved venue for the match.

The decisive return leg is scheduled for Tuesday, 28th October 2025, at the MKO Abiola Sports Complex, Abeokuta, Nigeria.

Joy Omewa Ogochukwu, born on December 1, 2002, is currently making waves with Fortuna Hjørring in Denmark’s top-tier women’s league, the A-Liga.

The young striker’s professional career began with Confluence Queens in Nigeria. In April 2021, Omewa joined Danish club B.93 in Østerbro through a collaborative effort between the Danish side and Confluence Queens.

She made her debut on April 3, 2021, in a 0–1 loss to AaB. During her time with B.93, Omewa featured in nine matches, scoring three goals.

In November 2021, Omewa transferred to Fortuna Hjørring in the Kvindeligaen, Denmark’s premier women’s football league. Her move to the top-flight club marked a big step in her career.

Omewa truly came into her own during the 2024–25 season, where her goal-scoring prowess set her apart. By mid-April, she had netted an impressive 14 goals and provided four assists in just 17 league matches, establishing herself as a key player for Fortuna.

Her contributions were instrumental in Fortuna Hjørring’s 2024–25 season, as the club secured a domestic double, winning both the Danish Women’s League and the Women’s Cup.

Omewa’s standout performances earned her the prestigious Player of the Season award in the Danish Women’s League on June 13, 2025, cementing her status as one of the league’s top talents.

She has also represented Nigeria on the international stage, earning call-ups to the country’s U-17 and U-20 squads.

Her experience at the youth international level highlights her potential to become a mainstay in the senior Super Falcons squad in the future.

The forward boasts a sensational tally of 13 goals in just 15 matches for Fortuna Hjørring so far this season.

The impressive scoring streak this season follows a phenomenal run during the last campaign. The young striker was a constant threat to defenders, netting a remarkable 22 goals in 24 matches across all competitions.

Omewa will join a star-studded forward line for the fixtures, which includes veteran talents like Asisat Oshoala and Rasheedat Ajibade.