Sadiat Joy Babatunde, a 25 year old attacking midfielder for Borussia Mönchengladbach, has committed her international future to Nigeria, choosing the Super Falcons over her country of birth, Germany. Born in Aachen, Germany, to Nigerian parents, Babatunde is eligible to represent Nigeria without needing a nationality switch, as she has never played for Germany at any level.
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Now, all eyes are on the Nigerian Football Federation and Super Falcons’ coaching staff to make a move for Babatunde, whose inclusion could bolster the team's depth, especially in the attacking midfield position.
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Sadiat Joy Babatunde’s decision to commit her international future to Nigeria is a significant boost for the Super Falcons. Her versatility and experience in German football add an exciting new dimension to the squad. With Nigeria continuously seeking to strengthen its roster ahead of major tournaments, Babatunde could prove to be a key player.
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Babatunde has had a promising career in German football, playing for teams like SV Budberg and FC Recklinghausen before joining Borussia Mönchengladbach in 2022. Her versatility allows her to feature in both attacking and defensive roles, making her a valuable asset for Nigeria’s women’s national team. Babatunde expressed her excitement about potentially playing for Nigeria and her willingness to adapt to any role the team needs.
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Her choice reflects the growing trend of talented players with Nigerian heritage opting to represent the country at international levels. As the Super Falcons continue to compete on the global stage, the inclusion of players like Babatunde will only enhance their chances of success.
Did You Know?
Sadiat Joy Babatunde was born in Aachen, Germany, but is to represent Nigeria due to her parents’ nationality.
Babatunde has played for Borussia Mönchengladbach since 2022, following stints at SV Budberg and FC Recklinghausen.
The Super Falcons have been seeking an attacking midfielder to compete with Toni Payne, who currently excels in that position.
[Babatunde's versatility](https://wiki.bibanon.org/User_talk:Roslyn13D945385) allows her to play both as a midfielder and a defender, making her a flexible option for the Nigerian team.
Babatunde has never represented Germany at any level, meaning she does not need to go through a nationality switch to play for Nigeria.