Gift Monday

Gift Nyakno Monday (born December 9, 2001) is a Nigerian professional footballer who has gained prominence as a forward in both African and international women's football. She is recognized for her pace, goal-scoring ability, and significant contributions to the Nigerian national team, the Super Falcons. Early Life and Education Gift Monday was born on December 9, 2001, in Nigeria. Details regarding her specific education are not widely documented, but her early life was marked by a commitment to developing her football career, which began in Nigeria’s domestic leagues. Career Progression Monday started her professional career in the Nigerian Women's Football League (NWFL) Premiership. She played for several prominent Nigerian clubs, including FC Robo Queens, where she served as the captain and became one of the league's most prolific strikers. Her domestic performances consistently placed her among the top scorers in the NWFL. In 2021, she moved to Bayelsa Queens, where she continued her success before transitioning to European football. In 2022, she moved to Spain to join the Liga F team, UDG Tenerife (Unión Deportiva Granadilla Tenerife). Her move marked a significant step in her career, exposing her to one of the world’s top professional leagues. Current Status and Notable Works Monday currently plays as a striker for the Washington Spirit in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL), the top-tier women's professional football league in the United States, having joined in 2024. On the international stage, she is a key member of the Nigeria women's national football team, known as the Super Falcons. She has represented Nigeria at various levels, including youth tournaments. Her major achievement includes helping the Super Falcons secure qualification for major international tournaments. She is frequently cited as one of the promising young talents in African women’s football. Her contributions extend to notable appearances in the Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) and other international competitions.