WOMEN'S FOOTBALLER OF THE YEAR AWARD

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That this House congratulates Liverpool and Nigerian footballer Asisat Oshoala who is the first player to win the new BBC World Service award, Women's Footballer of the Year; recognises the important role she plays as an ambassador for women's football, Nigerian football, and Liverpool Football Club; commends the BBC for supporting the women's game and providing full coverage of the upcoming Women's World Cup; and looks forward to the growing success and profile of the BBC's award in future years.