The African continent is abuzz with talented female footballers making waves in top leagues around the world. With the NWSL season reaching its climax, several African stars have been shining bright, vying for the top scorer title and leading their teams to victory.
Malawi’s Temwa Chawinga has been on fire, breaking records and scoring crucial goals for Kansas City Current. Her impressive form has earned her the top spot in the NWSL scoring charts, surpassing Zambia’s Barbra Banda, who has been equally impressive for Orlando Pride.
Nigeria’s Asisat Oshoala, a six-time African Women’s Footballer of the Year, has found her rhythm again, scoring four goals in five games for Bay FC. Her teammate, Racheal Kundananji, has also shown glimpses of brilliance, making them a formidable duo.
In Spain, Gift Monday has been leading the line for UD Tenerife, scoring three times in her first four appearances, including twice in a 4-1 win over Sevilla. Her compatriot, Rinsola Babajide, has also been impressive, netting twice in her first four games.
South Africa’s Thembi Kgatlana continues to star for Tigres UANL in Mexico’s Liga MX Femenil, scoring in a 2-0 win over Mazatlan and a 7-1 thrashing of Jamaica’s Frazsiers Whip in the CONCACAF Champions Cup.
Other notable performers include Tabitha Chawinga, who has hit the ground running at Olympique Lyon, Jermaine Seoposenwe, who continues to excel for Monterrey, and Chiamaka Nnadozie, who has been impressive for Paris FC despite a mixed September.
With the playoffs and championships approaching, these African stars will be crucial to their teams’ success. Will Temwa Chawinga hold onto her top scorer title, or will Barbra Banda or Asisat Oshoala catch up? One thing is certain – African women’s football is on the rise, and these talented players are leading the charge.
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