Oshoala becomes first Nigerian to win Champions League title

Asisat Oshoala on Sunday, became the first Nigerian and African to win the UEFA Women’s Champions League.

The 26-year-old was introduced from the bench in the 71st minute, as they defeated Chelsea 4-0 in the final.

Barca had taken the lead within one minute, after Melanie Leupolz diverted the ball into her own net.

Alexia Putellas, Aitana Bonmati and Caroline Graham Hansen also added more goals in the first half.

Oshoala added a fifth goal in the final minutes, but her effort was ruled out for offside.

Barca had lost the 2019 final to Lyon.