Super Falcons midfielder Deborah Abiodun put in a commanding performance as Dallas Trinity FC secured an emphatic 6-0 victory over Brooklyn FC in a USL league match at the Cotton Bowl Stadium in Dallas.
Lexi Massimo added a fifth in the 78th minute, while Lucy Shepherd sealed the rout three minutes from time, capping a sensational display from Dallas Trinity.
After the match, head coach Pauline MacDonald praised her players for their tactical discipline and attacking bravery.
"I felt relieved with the victory. We know we have potential in this team, and today, we found our togetherness. Our game plan and bravery worked," MacDonald told SCORENigeria.
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"After the second goal, we knew the match wasn’t over. We pushed for a third, and once that came, we didn’t stop attacking. We will reflect, work harder, and take responsibility for the games ahead."
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Deborah Abiodun’s influence in Dallas Trinity FC’s midfield was key in this dominant display. Since moving to the USL, the Super Falcons star has continued to impress, showing her ability to control the tempo, break up opposition attacks, and contribute to the team’s offensive transitions.
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The home side dominated from the start, with Nigerian-American forward Chioma Ubagogu opening the scoring in the sixth minute to put Brooklyn FC on the back foot. Camryn Lancaster doubled the lead in the 47th minute, before Allie Thornton struck twice in the 68th and 70th minutes, both assisted by Ubagogu.
For Nigeria’s Super Falcons, Abiodun’s form is a positive sign ahead of upcoming international fixtures. If she continues this level of performance, she could play a crucial role in Nigeria’s FIFA Women’s World Cup qualification campaign.
With Dallas Trinity showing strong chemistry and attacking firepower, they look like a serious contender in the USL.
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Chioma Ubagogu, who assisted two goals, has been one of Dallas Trinity’s standout performers this season.
Dallas Trinity FC is one of the newest teams in the USL, yet they have already made a mark with their .
The USL Women’s League has become a growing platform for African players, with many using it as a stepping stone to bigger clubs.
Dallas Trinity's six-goal victory is one of their biggest wins this season, showcasing their attacking depth and tactical discipline.