Nigerian-based sport and talent management company, Plug Sports has officially announced the addition of Super Falcons and Houston Dash wingback, Michelle Alozie to its roster of exceptional athletes.

The company confirmed this in a press release on Monday following Alozie’s outstanding performance at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup this summer attracted fans and corporate bodies leading to this development.

She played all four games as the Super Falcons reached the Round of 16 of the World Cup this year and returned to her club to score four goals at the end of the NWSL regular season which ended on Sunday.

Alozie has garnered acclaim from sports enthusiasts and pundits alike.

The 26-year-old footballer’s drive for excellence on the field, and contributions to community impact off it, have firmly established her as one of the most prominent sporting figures in Nigeria and the United States of America (USA).

“We are very delighted to have a shining example in women’s sports join our team at Plug Sports,” said Lanre Vigo, Head of Sports for The Plug.

“Her remarkable talent sets her apart as one of the most exciting players in the world and one of the brightest stars out of Africa. We believe that Alozie is well underway to becoming a major star and we look forward to supporting her every step of the way.”

Speaking about her signing, Alozie expressed her enthusiasm, stating, “I am incredibly honoured to join the game-changing roster of athletes at Plug Sports. I am absolutely elated about the opportunities that can come from signing with Plug Sports, and I am confident that together, we will be able to achieve incredible success.”

The Nigerian defender joins international sports stars including Asisat Oshoala, Uchenna Kanu, Tobi Amusan, and Henry Onyekuru on the company’s roster.