Meeting ‘role model’ Asisat Oshoala ‘dream come true’ – Loza Abera

Ayomikun Elemikan Sports 26/10/2023

Ethiopia women’s national football team captain, Loza Abera has expressed excitement after meeting Super Falcons star Asisat Oshoala.

Abera led the Lucy to a 1-1 draw against the Super Falcons in a 2024 Olympic Games qualifier on Wednesday.

Loza Abera delighted to finally meet her role model Asisat Oshoala (Image: @LozaAbera on X via Tikva Images)

The second round first leg tie was played at the Abebe Bikila Stadium, Addis Ababa.

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Abera took to social media to express her joy and excitement at the opportunity of finally meeting Oshoala.

“Unforgettable moment with a football icon⚽️🌟. Met Asisat Oshoala, and it’s a dream come true! Her talent on and off the field is inspiring,” Abera wrote on her X handle.

Loza Abera with Asisat Oshoala after the Nigeria-Ethiopia game (Image: @LozaAbera on X via Tikva Images)

“She’s proof that with hard work, dedication, and passion, greatness is achievable. Thank you,Asisat,for being a role model!#AsisatOshoala,” she posted.

Ethiopia and Nigeria will play the reverse fixture at the Moshood Abiola Stadium, Abuja next Tuesday.