Wale Mustapha<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a NIGERIAN football writer, the question that everybody always wants to ask you never changes: who is the next big star of the Female Football game?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Still in Nigeria and young, Desire Oparanozie is already a veteran in the eyes of many. She is now old news.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People are already wanting to look beyond the youngster and, if you like.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are, of course, plenty of candidates. Some will doubtless make it to the top of the game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, let’s take a look at six teenage players tipped for the top in future years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are too many to mention!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Amirat Adebisi<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

   A safe choice for the list, Adebisi has been tipped for the top for some time now and was the star of Robo Queens U13.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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   A diminutive attacking midfielder, Adebisi operates at the point of the midfield, looking to open up defences for her team’s attacking players.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

   Also an excellent free-kick taker, the player has a taste for goals and is often found making late runs into the area to finish off attacking moves that she may very well have instigated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

   The talent is there, but the step up to star at first-team level is perhaps the greatest challenge a No. 10 will face in their career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

   1. Monday Gift<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Having played as a wide forward at Under-10 and Under-12 level, it was recently that she began to be used as a central striker. It was in this position that her game began to evolve from one of just electric pace, to now being regarded as a fine all-around attacking player.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Gift’s progress is being carefully monitored by many in high places\u2014she will soon have the chance to prove herself at Under-17 and Under-20 level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      1. Sarata Bello<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

         Bello is just one of a rising double-act making waves at Methodist High School. She is leading the way for the team’s much-hyped next generation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

         Blessed with great speed, Bello is blessed with grit and determination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

         The youngster has excellent close control and has shown herself to be a fine finisher when presented with chances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

         1. Barakat Olaiya<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

            Attacking midfielder Olaiya is just one of a handful of promising talents currently emerging at Bayelsa Queens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            A rapid dribbler with the ball, the No. 10 has proven herself to possess the technical attributes needed to both beat defenders and pick a key pass to her teammates. She has also built a reputation as a consistent goalscorer at youth levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            1. Rofiat Sule<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

               Often praised for her down-to-earth attitude, Sule is a surprisingly mature player for her age. She is quick and well-built, but relies primarily on her technical ability and footballing intelligence to shine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

               Rofiat Sule is a natural goal poacher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

               1. Rasheedat Ajibade<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                  Renowned for her intelligent positioning, ability to beat opponents and, of course, her finishing, she is already being quietly compared in style to Desire Oparanozie and the legendary Perpetual Nkwocha.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                  Such is the talent of Ajibade that she scored a screamer for FC Robo Queens against Confluence Queens on 17th May 2013.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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