Transfer Update: Asisat Oshoala to Join Al-Hilal from Bay FC

Super Falcons star striker Asisat Oshoala is set to continue her football journey in the Middle East, with a move to Saudi Arabia’s Professional Women’s Football League side, Al-Hilal Women.

The six-time African Women’s Footballer of the Year will be making the switch from the American National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL), where she played for Bay FC. According to reports from The Athletic, Oshoala arrived in Riyadh on Monday and successfully completed her medical examinations, paving the way for her official unveiling by the Saudi Arabian giants.

Oshoala’s transfer comes just a few months after she joined Bay FC from Barcelona Femení in February 2024. During her short stint in the NWSL, she left a strong impression but concluded her chapter with Bay FC in their recent 3-2 home defeat to Washington Spirit, which now marks her final appearance for the American club.

At 30 years old, the Nigerian forward remains a highly sought-after player, with her goal-scoring ability and wealth of experience making her an invaluable addition to any squad. Her move to Al-Hilal reflects the Saudi Arabian Women’s League’s growing ambition to attract top talents and expand women’s football in the region.

This transition also increases the number of Nigerian players currently active in Saudi Arabia. Oshoala now joins her compatriots Ashleigh Plumptre, Francisca Ordega, Rita Chikwelu, and Chinonyerem Macleans, all of whom are making waves in the league. This strong Nigerian presence highlights the global recognition of Nigerian women’s football talent and the influence of Super Falcons players across the world.

The transfer further cements Oshoala’s remarkable career trajectory, spanning top leagues in Europe, the United States, and now the Middle East. Fans will eagerly anticipate her debut for Al-Hilal, where she is expected to add firepower to their attack and bring her trademark flair, pace, and finishing to the Saudi Women’s League.