Rasheedat Ajibade: Super Falcons star shines for Atletico Madrid against River Plate

Tosin Abayomi 12:15 - 24 August 2023

Ajibade took part in the Women's Cup semifinal fixture between Atletico Madrid and South American side River Plate. (Twitter/Atletico Madrid)

Super Falcons star Rasheedat Ajibade shines for Atletico Madrid against River Plate in Women's Cup semifinal.

Super Falcons of Nigeria star Rasheedat Ajibade is back on the social media trends.

The 23-year-old forward has returned to Atletico Madrid following her exploits at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup.

Ajibade after her message about Jesus will now take part in pre-season for Atletico Madrid as they prepare for the new season.

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Rasheedat Ajibade for Super Falcons at World Cup

The Super Falcons were rated 10th out of 32 teams in the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup thanks in large part to Ajibade.

On her social media platforms, Atletico Madrid star Ajibade posted several photos of her meeting with Woli Arole.

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'The girl with the blue hair' was not available for the Super Falcons' opening group match versus Olympic Champions Canada.

But she came back to start every other group matchup against the co-hosts Australia and the Republic of Ireland.

In the round of 16, Ajibade scored her penalty as the Super Falcons lost to the Lionesses of England in the shootout.

Ajibade started the game on the bench at the Wanda Sports Center in Alcalá de Henares.

Rasheedat Ajibade scores for Atletico Madrid against River Plate

Super Falcons star Ajibade is back in action for Atletico Madrid.

Ajibade took part in the Women's Cup semifinal fixture between Atletico Madrid and South American side River Plate.

Ajibade started the game on the bench at the Wanda Sports Center in Alcalá de Henares.

She came in for Shiela in the 69th minute and played an integral role for the sixth goal.

Rasheedat Ajibade in Nigeria

Ajibade traveled back to Nigeria with members of the Super Falcons after the World Cup.

The Atletico Madrid jersey Ajibade gave the governor had the name Adeleke and the number 01. (Instagram/Rasheedat Ajibade)

She has visited Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke after her return to Nigeria.

She also got to speak with Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the governor of Lagos State.

Rasheedat Ajibade and history with Jesus

Ajibade collaborated with Woli Agba, a well-known creator of Christian skits.

Ajibade celebrated Jesus after the Super Falcons defeated Australia and continues with the Jesus is King brand with Woli Arole. (Instagram/Rasheedat Ajibade)

She inscribed Jesus is King on a piece of clothing as she was teamed up with Woli Agba.

Ajibade has already expressed her religious affiliation and love for Jesus.

Ajibade wore Jesus on her undershirt to commemorate the Super Falcons' surprise victory over Australia.

Ajibade converted her penalty as the Super Falcons lost the shoot-out to the Lioness of England in the round of 16. (Instagram/Ajibade)

Rasheedat Ajibade at Atletico Madrid

Ajibade has since returned to her club Atletico Madrid, after her achievements in Nigeria.

According to pictures posted on social media, Ajibade returned right away to training in contrast to Super Falcons player Toni Payne, who received a fun thumping from Sevilla colleagues.