Best goal in women’s football: Brazil legend pips Barcelona alum Oshoala to Fifa Marta Award 2024
Barcelona alum Asisat Oshoala narrowly missed out on the prestigious FIFA Marta Award, which honours the best goal in women’s football.
The award ceremony, held on Tuesday evening in Doha, saw Brazilian football legend Marta take home the accolade named after her, following a fierce competition.
Oshoala was nominated for her stunning bicycle kick goal for Barcelona against Benfica in the Champions League in November 2023.
The goal showcased her extraordinary skill and athleticism, earning her a well-deserved spot among the nominees.
However, the Nigerian forward fell just short of the title, receiving 20 votes compared to Marta’s impressive 22 points.
Marta captured the award with a spectacular goal scored during an international friendly against Jamaica in June 2024.
Her strike was a masterclass in precision, taken from a tight angle between defenders at the edge of the box.
This moment of brilliance was further highlighted by the impressive run she made to create space for the shot, solidifying her status as one of the game’s all-time greats.
The other players nominated for the award were Beth Mead, Delphine Cascarino, Marina Hegering, Sakina Karchaoui, Paulina Krumbiegel, Nina Matejic, Giuseppina Moraca, Mayra Pelayo, and Trinity Rodman.
