Shao Ziqin

Shao Ziqin (; born 24 February 2003) is a Chinese professional footballer who plays as a forward for SL Benfica.

Early life Shao was born on 24 February 2003. Born in China, she is the twin sister of Chinese footballer Shao Zijia.

Club career Shao started her career with Chinese side Jiangsu LFC. Following her stint there, she signed for Portuguese side SL Benfica in 2026.

International career Shao made her debut for national team on 19 February 2025 against Canada at 2025 Pinatar Cup. She scored her first goal for national team against Chinese Taipei three day later. During the spring of 2026, she played for the China women's national football team at the 2026 AFC Women's Asian Cup.

Career statistics

Scores and results list China's goal tally first, score column indicates score after each Shao goal.

+ List of international goals scored by Shao ZiqinNo.DateVenueOpponentScoreResultCompetition 1. 22 February 2025 Pinatar Arena, San Pedro del Pinatar, Spain 2–0 4–0 2025 Pinatar Cup 2. 5 April 2025 Yongchuan Sports Center, Chongqing, China 2–0 5–0 2025 Yongchuan International Tournament 3. 8 April 2025 1–0 5–1 4. 2–0 5. 4–1 6. 9 July 2025 Suwon World Cup Stadium, Suwon, South Korea 2–1 2–2 2025 EAFF E-1 Football Championship 7. 13 July 2025 Hwaseong Stadium, Hwaseong, South Korea 1–0 4–2 8. 4–2 9. 6 March 2026 Western Sydney Stadium, Sydney, Australia 1–0 3–0 2026 AFC Women's Asian Cup 10. 14 March 2026 Perth Rectangular Stadium, Perth, Australia 1–0 2–0

Style of play Shao plays as a forward. Chinese news website Sohu wrote in 2026 "standing at 1.79 meters tall, playing as a center forward, and possessing exceptional heading ability - these are Shao Ziqin's most distinctive characteristics. In women's football, such physical attributes are considered exceptionally advantageous".