Nigeria’s Super Falcons duo, Rinsola Babajide and Shukurat Oladipo, have etched their names into Italian football folklore after playing pivotal roles in AS Roma Women’s triumph in the 2025/26 Serie A Femminile.
Roma sealed the Scudetto with a composed 2-0 victory over Ternana Women at the Stadio Tre Fontane on Saturday, with midfielder Manuela Giugliano scoring both goals in a title-clinching performance.
A Title Built on Relentless Consistency
The result confirmed Roma as champions with two games to spare, taking them to 49 points; six clear of Inter Milan Women, who were mathematically eliminated due to Roma’s superior head-to-head record.
Roma’s march to the title was defined by dominance and consistency, highlighted by a remarkable 15-game unbeaten run that ultimately blew their closest challengers out of contention.
This is the Italian women’s football powerhouse’ third league title in four seasons, trailing only Juventus Women in total titles.
How Rinsola Babajide Impacted Roma’s Title Chrge
For Babajide, the title caps a dream debut season in Italy following her move from UD Tenerife in July 2025.
The forward wasted no time making her mark, scoring on her league debut against Parma and showcasing her attacking threat throughout the campaign.
Babajide was primarily being used as a rotation option, she made nine league appearances, contributing two goals and one assist, an impressive return given her limited minutes.
Oladipo: Roma’s Defensive Rock in Debut Season
While Babajide delivered in attack, Shukurat Oladipo emerged as a cornerstone in Roma’s defensive setup.
The 21-year-old, who joined from FC Robo Queens in early 2025, quickly established herself as a first-team regular, featuring in 16 league matches and logging over 1,200 minutes.
This granted her an outstanding achievement in her first full European season.
Her composure, positional awareness, and physical presence played a crucial role in Roma maintaining one of the league’s strongest defensive records.
Week after week, Oladipo proved herself a reliable and trusted figure at the back.
Super Falcons Duo Eyes Historic Double
With the league title secured, Roma’s focus now shifts to completing a historic domestic double. They will face Juventus Women in the Coppa Italia Femminile final on May 24 in Vicenza.
Beyond domestic success, both players contributed to Roma’s run in the UEFA Women’s Champions League, featuring in key qualification matches, including a playoff victory over Sporting Lisbon.
A Statement Season for Nigeria’s Finest
For Babajide and Oladipo, the opportunity to add another trophy would cap a sensational debut season and further underline their rising profiles in European football.
The duo have not only conquered Italy but have also reinforced the Super Falcons’ reputation as a breeding ground for world-class talent.
Their success highlights the growing influence of Nigerian players in Europe’s elite leagues, with the Super Falcons continuing to export top talent capable of delivering at the highest level.
