Esther Okoronkwo inspires AFC Toronto to victory with decisive assist

By Oyediji Oluwaseun Babatunde

Nigeria forward Esther Okoronkwo produced a moment of brilliance to guide AFC Toronto to a narrow 1-0 win over Ottawa Rapid FC in the early hours of Saturday.

Okoronkwo turned provider for the game’s only goal, once again underlining her value to the Canadian outfit.

The 26-year-old has been in scintillating form throughout 2025, directly contributing to 22 goals in 24 appearances across all competitions.

Her tally includes 10 goals and 12 assists, making her one of the most productive Nigerian players abroad this year.

In the Northern Canadian Women’s League, Okoronkwo’s numbers are equally impressive, with 8 goals and 6 assists to her name.

Since helping Super Falcons to 3-2 win over host, Morocco to clinch the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) scoring a goal with an assist, the former Saint Etienne player has not put her foot off the pedal.

Her consistency and creative influence continue to power AFC Toronto’s push for honors.

Oluwaseun Oyediji

Oluwaseun Babatunde Oyediji is a multi-media sports journalist with over 10 years experience in Information Communication Technology (ICT), women's football, and beach soccer reportage.The prolific writer is the Media Assistant to Nigeria Beach Soccer League and Africa Beach Soccer Union as well as contributor on Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) website.He has covered multiple national and international football tournaments including Championship of African Nations (CHAN 2020), CAF Women's Champions League (2023), and Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON 2023).Since 2021, Oyediji has covered the NWFL Premiership especially the season ending Super Six Playoffs.A member of Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Ogun state chapter is also the image maker of the Remo Sports Development Council under the leadership of Chief Falilat Ogunkoya and David Osuolale.

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