Super Falcons striker, Desire Ugochi Oparanozie on Wednesday announced her decision to retire from football at the age of 29.
According to the player, she is retiring from professional football for both club and country because she believes it is the best time to do so.
Oparanozie who announced her decision in a personally signed post via her account on the X platform (formerly known as Twitter), was full of appreciation to her fans, family, friends, team and coach she has worked with and played with.
She wrote: โTo my fans, family, and friends, thank you for the show of love and support over the years. Itโs time to take a bow, as I believe thereโs no better time than now. Iโm officially announcing my retirement from professional football for both club and country To every team and coach I have played for, to every mate Iโve played alongside, and to every opponent I have played against, thank you all for being part of this incredible journey. Thank you football, thank you Nigeria.โ