Nigerian striker Praise Adebo has expressed her determination to remain grounded and committed after a flying start to her career at St. Mirren Women’s FC. Since joining the Scottish side midway through the season, the young forward has already found the net four times in just nine appearances quickly establishing herself as one of the club’s most promising attacking outlets.
Adebo’s seamless adaptation to the Scottish league has drawn praise from teammates and coaches alike, but the forward insists she’s only just getting started. “I’m grateful for the opportunity to show what I can do, but I know there’s still a lot of work ahead,” she said. “Staying focused, staying humble, and continuing to learn that’s what matters most.”
Her combination of pace, movement, and composure in front of goal has made her a key figure in St. Mirren’s push up the table, and her performances have begun to draw attention beyond club level, potentially catching the eye of Nigerian youth national team selectors.
Editorial
We are inspired by Praise Adebo’s maturity, both in her words and on the pitch. Her early success at St. Mirren isn’t just about goals it’s about the mindset she brings disciplined, grounded, and hungry for more.
For many young Nigerian footballers, transitioning abroad especially mid-season can be a daunting prospect. But Adebo’s ability to settle in, deliver performances, and still speak with such poise shows that she’s built for more than just short-term impact. She’s building a career.
This moment should be recognised not just as personal achievement, but as an example of the talent pipeline Nigeria continues to produce. If she maintains this focus, there’s every reason to believe she can break into the national setup and eventually make waves in even more competitive leagues.
Her rise reminds us that success is rarely accidental it’s the product of preparation, humility, and consistent effort. And in Praise Adebo, we see all three on proud display.
Did You Know?
- St. Mirren Women’s FC was re-established in 2018 and plays in the Scottish Women’s League One.
- Praise Adebo is among a growing number of Nigerian women’s players taking their careers abroad to develop in competitive European leagues.
- Nigeria’s Super Falcons have consistently featured players from UK-based leagues, including Scotland.
- Adebo’s four goals in nine appearances places her among the top scorers at St. Mirren since January.
- Scottish women’s football has seen a steady rise in foreign player signings, with clubs increasingly scouting in Africa and North America.
