Rasheedat Ajibade has been named Atlético Madrid Women’s Player of the Season for the 2023/24 campaign. The club announced the accolade on their official X (formerly Twitter) account on Wednesday, celebrating Ajibade’s significant contributions throughout the season.
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Ajibade’s impressive statistics underline her critical role in Atlético Madrid’s success this year. The Nigerian forward notched up 10 goals and provided 8 assists in the just-concluded Primera División Femenina. Her versatility and relentless drive were on full display, consistently delivering key performances for the team.
The pinnacle of Ajibade’s season came on the final matchday. Facing Villarreal in a must-win encounter, she scored the decisive goal in a 1-0 victory. This crucial win secured Atlético Madrid’s spot in the preliminary round of next season’s UEFA Women’s Champions League, underlining her knack for rising to the occasion when it mattered most.
Ajibade’s influence extends beyond club football. She is expected to play a pivotal role for Nigeria’s Super Falcons at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Her form leading into the Games is promising, especially after her match-winning goal against South Africa in the Olympic qualifiers. Her solitary strike in the 1-0 aggregate victory over the reigning African champions highlighted her importance to the national team.
Rasheedat Ajibade’s journey with Atlético Madrid has been marked by her exceptional talent and consistency. Her recognition as Player of the Season is a testament to her outstanding contributions, not just in terms of goals and assists but also her overall influence on the pitch. As she prepares to take her talents to the Olympic stage, both her club and country will undoubtedly be counting on her to continue her impressive run of form.
