Nigerian football reaches new heights as Super Falcons defender, Nicole Payne, seals a momentous three-year contract with the illustrious French football club, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), for their women’s team.
This groundbreaking move highlights the growing impact of Nigerian players on the global stage, and the announcement made waves across PSG’s social media platforms, sparking jubilation among Nigerians worldwide.
At just 22 years old, Nicole Payne has already demonstrated remarkable talent and potential on the field.
With football running in her family’s blood, being the sister of Toni Payne, a Super Falcons representative at the FIFA Women’s World Cup, Nicole has inherited the football genes that fuel her passion for the game.
Super Falcons midfielder Nicole Payne has teamed up with French giant, Paris Saint – Germain on a three year deal.
This is a massive deal and another big one for a Nigerian player that will be playing for a big team. #TransferNews #Transfers pic.twitter.com/9vqvT0X8fP— Saheed Afolabi (@BIGGYBOSS_sport) July 20, 2023
Her journey to success began in Birmingham, Alabama, USA, where she started her football career with Concorde Fire, a prestigious club based in Atlanta.
Later, she further honed her skills at the University of West Virginia, playing admirably for three seasons with the Montaineers.
Determined to pursue her football dreams while excelling academically, Nicole Payne continued her journey at the University of Southern California, studying psychology while showcasing her versatility and dedication on the field.
Throughout the season, she featured in all matches, played 16 games, and scored three crucial goals.
Her international debut with the Super Falcons came on 10 June 2021, gaining valuable experience and exposure early in her career during a friendly match against Jamaica.
Nicole’s talent shone brightly as part of the Super Falcons squad that secured a commendable fourth-place finish at the 2022 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.
In their official statement on Twitter, PSG expressed their delight, saying;
“Paris Saint-Germain is pleased to announce the arrival of Nicole Payne. The Nigerian international defender joins Les Rouge et Bleu until June 2026.”
With Nicole Payne’s promising talent and PSG’s eagerness to strengthen their squad, football fans eagerly await her impact on the pitch, as she represents both Nigeria and PSG on the grand stage of women’s football.
This remarkable signing paves the way for an exciting future for Nigerian football and further solidifies PSG’s standing as a powerhouse in women’s football.
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