Oshoala Gifts Former Coach Brand New Toyota Highlander
Super Falcons forward Asisat Oshoala has gifted her former grassroots coach, Emmanuel Osahon Orobosa of FC Robo International, a brand new Toyota Highlander in appreciation of his contribution to her football career.
FC Robo announced the gesture in a statement on Thursday, praising the Nigerian international for remembering the people who supported her development before she rose to international prominence.
The club said Orobosa had played an important role in nurturing Oshoala’s talent since 2009, when she began attracting attention as a young footballer.
“Your presentation of a Toyota Highlander to Coach Osahon is a beautiful demonstration of gratitude and a reminder that you have not forgotten the people who played important roles in your journey,” the club said.
It added that the coach provided guidance and support during her teenage years, helping her develop her talent and pursue her ambitions.
FC Robo also recalled Oshoala’s previous support for the club, particularly her donation of a bus during her early years in Europe.
The club described the latest gift as another demonstration of her appreciation for the people and institution that contributed to her career.
Oshoala began her organised football career at FC Robo in 2009 before moving to Rivers Angels in 2013. Her performances earned her a move to English club Liverpool in 2015, followed by spells at Arsenal, Dalian Quanjian and Barcelona.
She later joined United States side Bay FC in 2024 before moving to Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal in September 2025.
At international level, Oshoala represented Nigeria at several major tournaments, including the FIFA Women’s World Cup. She is also a record six-time winner of the CAF African Women’s Player of the Year award.
Her latest gesture follows a long-standing relationship with the grassroots club that provided an early platform for her professional career.
By Oluwafemi Shodipe.
