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Yewande Balogun

b. 1989

Nigerian footballer

Association football player
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About Yewande Balogun

Born 1989. Yewande Balogun is a Nigerian and American association football player.

Zainab Yewande Omoyila Balogun (born 28 September 1989) is a Nigerian former footballer who played as a goalkeeper for Première Ligue club Saint-Étienne. She was born in the United States but represented Nigeria at the international level.

Playing career As a goalkeeper for Nigeria's Super Falcons, the national women's football team, she was part of the club that competed in the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup, held in Australia and New Zealand, where she made one appearance.

Retirement At 34 years old, Balogun decided to retire from professional football, stating that her body signaled it was time to close this chapter of her life. Participate in 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup squads Nigeria Head coach: Randy Waldrum

The final 23-player squad was announced on 16 June 2023.

Group B

Bracket

Round of 16

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Important facts

Born
28 September 1989, Bowie
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Association football player
Nationality
Nigeria, United States
Education
University of Maryland
Positions held
Assistant coach
Also known as
Zainab Yewande Omoyila Balogun

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Yewande Balogun?

Nigerian footballer

When was Yewande Balogun born?

Yewande Balogun was born on 28 September 1989 in Bowie.

What is Yewande Balogun's occupation?

Yewande Balogun is an association football player.

What nationality is Yewande Balogun?

Yewande Balogun is Nigerian and American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Yewande Balogun

· Wikidata: Q119862344

· DBpedia: Yewande Balogun

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