Former Super Falcons Goalkeeper, Aluko-Olaseni Is Dead
Former Super Falcons goalkeeper, Bidemi Aluko-Olaseni, is dead.
Aluko-Olaseni died after an eight-year battle with cancer.
It read, “We are sad to hear of the passing of former @NGSuper_Falcons goalkeeper, Bidemi Aluko-Olaseni after an eight-year battle with cancer.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
“May her gentle soul rest in peace.”
During Aluko-Olaseni’s stint as a goalkeeper for the Super Falcons, she showcased remarkable skills.
Additionally, she contributed her talents to teams such as Rivers Angels and Sunshine Queens.
Aluko-Olaseni’s cancer journey
According to her, she developed the cancer in 2017 while still playing for Rivers Angels in the Nigerian Women’s Premier League.
She explained that immediately after the cancer was detected, she was asked to undergo surgery, chemotherapy and radiation, which she did.
The retired keeper before her death then that she was forced to quit football because of the ailment.
