Super Falcons star Deborah Abiodun has finally opened her goal-scoring account for Washington Spirit as she fired the NWSL team to a huge home win over Vancouver Rise FC Academy during their Concacaf Women’s Champions Cup clash.

The Nigerian midfielder came off the bench to score the fourth goal as Washington Spirit crushed their visitors Vancouver Rise FC 4-0 at Audi Field, Footballrover reports.

Washington Spirit Show No Mercy Against Vancouver Rise FC

The 21-year-old featured for just 45 minutes but made a huge impact as she registered three shots on goal, with one hitting the target to wrap up the crucial win.

Despite this being the first meeting between these two teams on the pitch, Washington Spirit showed no mercy in this Group B game.

Recall that the Spirit secured a successful debut in the Women’s Champions Cup in matchweek one with a 7-0 victory over Alianza Women FC.

The breakthrough came in the 31st minute when Tara McKeown coolly slotted home a long-range strike from outside the 18-yard box, leaving the goalkeeper completely helpless.

Ten minutes later, Heather Stainbrook doubled the advantage with a cool header, finishing off Courtney Brown’s clever setup to the bottom left of the post.

Just before halftime, Trinity Rodman stamped her mark on the game, smashing in the third goal off a well-timed simple cross from Paige Metayer on the right wing.

Deborah Abiodun Seals Spirit Victory in Style

Deborah Abiodun, who was recently recalled from loan, was making her second appearance for the team when she came on after the break to replace Paige Metayer.

And the Spirit never looked back. In the 81st minute, the Nigerian youngster added extra gloss to the scoreline, rifling in her first of the night from a long-range strike.

Her first attempt from outside the 18-yard box was easily collected by the goalkeeper.

Her second attempt was even better, taking a wicked deflection into the roof of the net, thanks to Croix Bethune’s assist.

The Spirit showcased their attacking depth, while Vancouver Rise FC Academy were left chasing shadows all evening.

With the victory in the bag, Abiodun and her Spirit teammates will now return to NWSL fixtures, where they will face Seattle Reign FC on Sunday, 7 September.

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Last Updated on September 4, 2025 8:44 am by footballrover