Confirmed: on gift Monday, leave Adeje Tenerife for NWSL Washington Spirit

Nigeria striker, Gift Monday, has officially left Costa Adeje Tenerife to move to the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) with Washington Spirit.

His departure was confirmed by the Spanish League F Club, which ended almost three seasons with the team.

Impressive spell in Spain

On Monday, who joined Tenerife in 2022 of FC robbery Queens (Nigeria Women Football League), played more than 70 games for the club.

She goes as the top scorer of the team for the 2024/25 season with 12 goals and three assists in 19 games Liga F and two appearances in the Queen’s Cup.

In total, he scored 22 goals during his time with the club.

The best League F player F was named in February 2025.

Tribute of the club president

UD Tenerife president Sergio Batista praised his contribution:

“He has become one of the family, always willing to help her and give her everything. He won everyone’s affection, both personally and professionally.”

“We only have good wishes for her and words of gratitude for her commitment to the club. The doors of our club remain open for her.”

Move to the NWSL

The move on Monday to Washington Spirit will see her join a growing list of Nigerian players in the NWSL, which includes:

Asisat Oshoala (Bay FC)

Michelle Alozie (Houston Dash)

Uchenna Kanu (Racing Louisville)

EMMANUEL PLEASE (Seattle Reign FC)

Chiamaka Okwuchukwu (Orlando Pride)

The official presentation of the striker is expected this week.