History was made for Nigerian women’s football as Super Falcons stars Rinsola Babajide and Shukurat Oladipo lifted the 2025/26 Serie A Femminile title with AS Roma Women on Saturday.
The Giallorosse sealed their third league crown in four seasons with a commanding 2-0 victory over Ternana Women at the Stadio Tre Fontane.
Giugliano Brace Secures Title
Italian international Manuela Giugliano proved the difference, netting a first-half brace to mathematically confirm the title with two matches to spare. The victory also secured Roma’s place in the UEFA Women’s Champions League league phase next season.
Nigerian Duo Celebrate First Italian Silverware
For Babajide and Oladipo, both of whom joined Roma ahead of the 2025/26 campaign, the Scudetto marks their first major honor in Italian football.
Oladipo started the decisive fixture and delivered a composed defensive performance, continuing her consistent form throughout the season. Babajide, meanwhile, was an unused substitute but played her part across the campaign, contributing to Roma’s attacking depth with her pace and technical ability.
Dominant Campaign
Roma’s title win caps a dominant season in which they amassed 49 points from 20 matches, finishing with a strong goal difference and asserting control over rivals, including Inter Milan Women and Juventus Women.
Roma’s Continued Dominance
Roma’s latest title reinforces their status as a dominant force in Italian women’s football, having now secured multiple league crowns in recent seasons.
As the final whistle sounded in Rome, scenes of celebration unfolded, with Babajide and Oladipo joining teammates in marking a memorable achievement. With the domestic title secured and European competition ahead, Roma and their Nigerian stars will be aiming for even greater success next season.
