Nigerian-born forward Edna Imade has been crowned Liga F Player of the Month for October after a blistering spell that saw her fire Real Sociedad to a string of victories — including a historic win over champions Barcelona Femenino.
The 22-year-old attacker has been in electric form, netting seven goals in seven games for the Txuri-Urdinak, cementing her status as one of the brightest young stars in Spanish football.
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Her crowning moment came last weekend when she scored the decisive goal in Real Sociedad’s shock 1–0 triumph over Barcelona, ending the Catalan giants’ unbeaten run and sending fans into raptures at the Reale Arena.
Imade’s pace, precision, and deadly finishing have made her a nightmare for defenders, with her performances earning rave reviews across Spain. Local media have described her as “unstoppable,” while Real Sociedad coaches have hailed her leadership and maturity.
The Nigerian heritage star’s rise through the ranks of European football has been meteoric — and with her current form, top clubs across the continent are already keeping close watch.
As Real Sociedad continue their push for a top-three finish, Imade’s confidence is soaring. Her consistency and flair have made her one of the league’s most exciting talents — and a symbol of Nigeria’s growing influence in global women’s football.
If October was anything to go by, Edna Imade’s story is only just beginning — and Spain may soon have to get used to seeing her name at the top of the scoring charts.
