Super Falcons and AS Roma defender Shukurat Oladipo has returned to training following her vacation, signalling the beginning of preparations for another demanding season in Italian women’s football.
Sports247 reports that the Nigerian defender returns to the Roma setup on the back of a remarkable campaign in which she was recognised as the Serie A Women’s Defender of the Year and earned a place in the Serie A Women’s Team of the Year.
Affectionately described as a “Gladiator” because of her aggressive and committed defensive style, Oladipo was one of the standout performers for Roma last season, establishing herself as a key figure in the team’s backline.
With the new campaign approaching, the Super Falcons star will be aiming to build on those achievements and raise her performance levels even further.
Her return to training provides Roma with an important boost as the club begins preparations for the challenges ahead. Oladipo will be expected to play a significant role as the Italian giants pursue domestic and continental ambitions.
For the Nigerian international, the new season also presents another opportunity to strengthen her reputation as one of the leading defenders in women’s football.
After an award-winning campaign that saw her individual quality recognised among the best in Serie A, Oladipo will be determined to prove that last season was not her peak but another step in her continued development.
The focus now shifts from celebrating past achievements to producing even bigger performances. The Gladiator is back — and Shukurat Oladipo will be hungry for more honours with AS Roma.
