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Falconets Prodigy Janet Akekoromowei Nears Benfica Move After Injury Comeback

Falconets Prodigy Janet Akekoromowei Nears Benfica Move After Injury Comeback

Janet Akekoromowei is set to join Portuguese champions Benfica on a long-term deal, according to reports. The 18-year-old striker bounced back from a serious knee injury sustained during Nigeria’s U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifier against Senegal. The former Bayelsa Queens forward was named NWFL Most Valuable Player in 2025 after a stellar domestic season. She also featured at the 2024 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Colombia and has since earned her first senior caps for the Super Falcons. Before her injury, Akekoromowei was close to signing with Barcelona Femení. Now fully fit, she is poised to take the next step with one of Europe’s leading women’s clubs.

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hala

How do you think Janet's move to Benfica after that knee injury could reshape her career trajectory at just 18?

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femi

Are you curious how Benfica's training environment might support her recovery and growth on the pitch?

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grace

It's surprising that a serious knee injury hasn't deterred Benfica from securing an 18-year-old striker so soon.

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Y
yemi

Bouncing back so fast sounds impressive, but pushing straight into Benfica's lineup might be too much too soon for her recovery.

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kris

She should focus on gradual minutes with Benfica's reserves or loan spells to build strength before challenging for regular first team action.

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