Super Falcons forward Rasheedat Ajibade has clinched the Player of the Month Award at Spanish Laliga Femeni club Atletico Madrid.
Ajibade, a pivotal figure since joining Atletico Madrid in 2021, has consistently demonstrated her prowess on the field, securing a regular spot in the starting lineup. This season, she has notably contributed four goals and three assists, aiding Atletico Madrid’s ascent to fifth place in the league standings.
In February alone, Ajibade played a crucial role in Atletico Madrid’s performance, featuring in five matches that resulted in one win and three draws. Impressively, she played a part in three of the club’s five goals throughout the month, showcasing her impact on the team’s offensive efforts.
Recognizing her outstanding contributions, Ajibade was bestowed with the prestigious Player of the Month title for February, a testament to her stellar performances on the pitch.
Currently, Ajibade ranks as Atletico Madrid’s fourth-highest goalscorer in Laliga Femeni, with her sights set on further increasing her goal tally as the club aims for a higher placement in the league standings.
Despite trailing league leaders Barcelona Femeni by 20 points and sitting seven points behind third-placed Levante, Atletico Madrid remains determined to secure a spot in the Champions League qualifiers. With twelve games remaining in the season, the team remains optimistic about their prospects of breaking into the coveted Champions League positions.