Super Falcons forward Esther Okoronkwo has been named AFC Toronto’s Player of the Month for May after a string of standout performances in the Northern Super League. The Nigerian international scored three goals in four appearances, helping her team to key victories during the month.
Okoronkwo netted a brace in a 3-1 win against Calgary Wild FC and added another goal in a match against Montreal. Her double against Calgary was particularly impactful, securing Toronto’s first win of the league campaign.
Reflecting on her form, the 23 year old told the club’s official website, “I need to have the same attitude and mentality for every game. To always treat every game the same. At the end of the day, we want to win.”
She joined AFC Toronto in February 2025 after a stint with Chinese side Changchun Dazhong Zhuoyue, and has quickly become a key figure in coach Marko Milanovic’s plans.
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Editorial
Esther Okoronkwo’s rise in Canadian football has been swift and impressive, a testament not just to her raw talent but to her relentless professionalism. Her Player of the Month award with AFC Toronto is more than a personal accolade it’s a symbol of what happens when Nigerian footballers are given platforms that match their ambition.
Okoronkwo’s form speaks to her consistency. These are not lucky goals they are a result of discipline, match intelligence, and a winning mindset. Her own words reflect this perfectly “Treat every game the same.” It’s that kind of mentality that separates good players from great ones.
We also see this moment as a crucial message to the Super Falcons’ coaching crew. Players like Okoronkwo, who are thriving outside of Europe’s most-hyped leagues, deserve closer monitoring. Whether she’s in China, Canada, or somewhere else, her impact remains undeniable. Nigeria’s depth pool should not ignore such performers due to location bias.
Her journey from Asia to North America also shines a light on the expanding pathways for Nigerian female footballers. And it’s a reminder to our domestic football institutions when talent is nurtured and trusted, it flourishes anywhere.
Here’s hoping Okoronkwo continues to build on this momentum. Canada may be watching her now, but Nigeria should be planning with her in mind.
Did You Know?
- Esther Okoronkwo made her Super Falcons debut in 2021 and scored in a 9–0 win over Equatorial Guinea.
- She played college football in the United States at Lamar University before turning professional.
- The Northern Super League, Canada’s new women’s professional league, was launched in 2025.
- Okoronkwo was part of the Nigerian squad at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia/New Zealand.
- AFC Toronto is one of the founding clubs of the Northern Super League and aims to be a hub for international talent.
