Nigeria’s growing influence in European women’s football reached another milestone as Super Falcons stars Rinsola Babajide and Shukurat Oladipo inspired AS Roma Women to the Italian Serie A Femminile title.

Roma sealed their third Serie A Femminile crown with a commanding 2-0 victory over Genoa Women on the final day of the season, as a brace from Giulia Dragoni confirmed their dominance in Italian women’s football.

The triumph capped off a remarkable campaign for Roma, who finished top of the table with 55 points from 22 matches.

Babajide Celebrates Nigerian Pride on European Stage
At the heart of Roma’s success were Babajide and Oladipo, whose performances across the domestic league and the UEFA Women’s Champions League underlined the growing reputation of Nigerian players in Europe.

For Babajide, the title victory represented both personal fulfilment and national pride.

“Winning the Serie A title with Roma is an amazing feeling for me. It’s something every player dreams about, and I’m very grateful to be part of this special team,” Babajide said.

The winger also reflected on the significance of sharing the success with another Nigerian player.

“To achieve this with another Nigerian sister makes it even more special. We are proud to represent Nigeria and show what Nigerian players can do on the big stage.”

Oladipo Emerges Roma’s Defensive Rock
Oladipo, meanwhile, described the achievement as a defining moment in her young career.

“This is a huge moment for my family and me. Playing for a great club like Roma and winning the league is a blessing. I’ve learnt a lot this season, and I’m grateful for the opportunity,” the defender stated.

She also praised the collective spirit within the squad and the support from the fans throughout the season.

“The support from the club and fans has been incredible. We worked hard for this title and I’m happy our efforts paid off.”

Serie A Recognition Caps Outstanding Campaign
While Roma celebrated collective success, Oladipo’s outstanding individual campaign also earned widespread recognition across Italy.

The 21-year-old centre-back was named in the Serie A Femminile Team of the Season alongside Roma teammates Manuela Giugliano, Giada Greggi and Dragoni after emerging as one of the league’s most reliable defenders.

In her debut season in Italy, the former FC Robo Queens star quickly established herself as a cornerstone of Roma’s defence with her composure, strength and tactical awareness.

Oladipo featured in 18 Serie A matches, making 15 starts as Roma recorded 11 clean sheets during the games she played, while the club remained unbeaten in league matches she featured in.

Across all competitions, she made 30 appearances, including her UEFA Women’s Champions League debut, highlighting her rapid rise within the squad.

The Nigerian defender’s exceptional performances were further rewarded when she was crowned Serie A Femminile Best Defender at the end of a memorable campaign.

Roma Target Domestic Double
Despite already helping Roma secure league glory, Oladipo and Babajide still have the chance to complete a domestic double when Roma face Juventus Women in the Coppa Italia Femminile final on May 24.

Nigerian Excellence Continues to Shine in Europe
Roma’s title-winning campaign not only reinforced their growing dominance in Italian women’s football but also showcased the increasing impact of Nigerian players across Europe’s top leagues.

For Babajide and Oladipo, the Serie A Femminile triumph stands as another proud chapter in Nigeria’s rich football story, one driven by resilience, excellence and a growing generation of stars making their mark on the global stage.