Christy Ucheibe scores as Benfica celebrate league title in Portugal
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Nigeria's Christy Ucheibe was on target as Benfica beat Valadares 3-0 to clinch the title in Portugal.

Christy Ucheibe scores as Benfica celebrate league title in Portugal

Tosin Abayomi 22:05 - 12.04.2025

Nigeria's Christy Ucheibe was on target as Benfica beat Valadares 3-0 to clinch the title in Portugal.

Super Falcons of Nigeria midfielder Christy Ucheibe has added another illustrious chapter to her remarkable career, helping SL Benfica's women's team secure their fifth consecutive Liga BPI title in 2025

The Nigerian star played a pivotal role in Benfica's dominant campaign, scoring in the 78th minute during a decisive 3-0 victory against Valadares Gaia on April 12, 2025.

Ucheibe wins title with Benfica

Nigeria's Christy Ucheibe was on target as Benfica beat Valadares 3-0 to clinch the title in Portugal.
Nigeria's Christy Ucheibe was on target as Benfica beat Valadares 3-0 to clinch the title in Portugal.

This win clinched the title for Benfica, culminating in a celebratory moment captured on the same day as the team lifted the trophy amidst a sea of red and white.

Ucheibe, known for her tenacity, defensive prowess, and consistency in midfield, has been a cornerstone of Benfica's success since joining the club.

In the title-clinching match, she contributed one of the three goals—alongside strikes from Martín-Prieto and Beatriz Cameirão.

Nigeria's Christy Ucheibe was on target as Benfica beat Valadares 3-0 to clinch the title in Portugal.
Nigeria's Christy Ucheibe was on target as Benfica beat Valadares 3-0 to clinch the title in Portugal.

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As fans celebrated in the stands, waving flags and capturing the moment, Ucheibe and her teammates posed for pictures.

She took to social media to celebrate the achievement with pictures and a message that said, "WE’RE PENTA CAMPEÃS @slbenficafeminino

Nigeria's Christy Ucheibe was on target as Benfica beat Valadares 3-0 to clinch the title in Portugal.
Nigeria's Christy Ucheibe was on target as Benfica beat Valadares 3-0 to clinch the title in Portugal.

"All GLORY TO GOD MOST HIGH ✝️💯

"IT’S A BACK TO BACK SOMETHING 5️⃣✅."

This latest triumph adds to her growing trophy cabinet, which already includes five consecutive Taça da Liga titles, with her most recent win in that competition coming on March 9, 2025.

Nigeria's Christy Ucheibe was on target as Benfica beat Valadares 3-0 to clinch the title in Portugal.
Nigeria's Christy Ucheibe was on target as Benfica beat Valadares 3-0 to clinch the title in Portugal.

The Liga BPI title win is a significant achievement for Benfica, as it secures their qualification for the UEFA Women's Champions League, a stage where Ucheibe and her teammates aim to make their mark.

For Ucheibe, this victory is a testament to her journey from the Nigerian League with Nasarawa Amazons in 2018 to becoming a trailblazer in Portugal.

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