Ngozi Okobi

Ngozi Okobi-Okeghene (born December 14, 1993) is a prominent Nigerian professional football (soccer) player who primarily operates as an attacking midfielder or winger. She is celebrated for her speed, technical skills, and vision on the field, and has been a long-standing member of the Nigeria women's national football team, the Super Falcons. Early Life and Education Ngozi Okobi was born in Nigeria. Her passion for football developed at a young age, leading her to pursue the sport professionally. Details regarding her formal education are generally less publicized compared to her sports career, as is common for many athletes who begin their professional careers early. Career Progression Okobi began her senior club career in Nigeria before moving abroad. She notably played for Delta Queens in the Nigerian Women Premier League. Her international career started early, as she represented Nigeria at various youth levels. She was part of the squad that competed in the 2008 and 2010 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cups, and the 2012 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup. Her senior international debut for the Super Falcons came in 2010. She quickly established herself as a key attacking force for the national team. Her club career continued to develop with moves to international teams, including the Washington Spirit in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) in the United States and various clubs in Sweden. In Sweden, she played for Eskilstuna United DFF and later transferred to Vittsjö GIK in the Damallsvenskan (top Swedish league), where she spent several seasons. Major Achievements and Notable Works Okobi's career is marked by success at the continental level with the Super Falcons. She has been an integral part of Nigeria’s dominance in the African Women’s Championship (now the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, WAFCON), winning the tournament multiple times (notably in 2010, 2014, 2016, and 2018). On the global stage, she has represented Nigeria at three FIFA Women's World Cup tournaments: 2011, 2015, and 2019. In the 2015 World Cup, she scored her first World Cup goal against Sweden, a performance that highlighted her quality on the international stage. Current Status As of her most recent appearances, Ngozi Okobi-Okeghene remains an active professional footballer. She continues to contribute her experience to her club commitments and is available for selection to the Nigeria national team, aiming to help the Super Falcons maintain their position as a leading force in African football and compete strongly in global competitions.