Nigerian sensation Omorinsola Babajide of the Super Falcons has officially made her debut for AS Roma Femminile. The 27-year-old forward will continue her football career this season with one of Italy’s leading women’s teams.
Babajide transferred to AS Roma from Costa Adeje Tenerife following a successful period in Spain. She made her debut for AS Roma against Ternana in a Serie A Cup match just before the new season commenced. The Nigerian forward started on the bench and observed as Alayah Pilgrim scored twice and Alice Corelli added another goal, giving AS Roma a 3-1 advantage at halftime.
In the 57th minute of the second half, Annalena Rieke scored a fourth goal for AS Roma, solidifying their control of the match.Babajide entered the game in the 75th minute, replacing Corelli, as AS Roma ultimately triumphed with a 4-2 win, progressing to the next round.
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She took to social media to commemorate her debut, having played for 15 minutes in a victory while donning their away kit. The former Liverpool forward, born in England but who chose to represent Nigeria, has now played in the WSL, Spain, and now Italy.
Babajide aspires to leave her mark at AS Roma after contributing to Nigeria’s 3-2 comeback win against Morocco in the 2025 WAFCON final, earning a gold medal.
