Michelle Alozie: Super Falcons star scores for Houston Dash against KC Current

Michelle Alozie unleashed a monster right-footed shot from range to bring Houston Dash into the game. (Image Credit - Twitter/Houston Dash)

Michelle Alozie: Super Falcons star scores for Houston Dash against KC Current

Tosin Abayomi 05:35 - 27.08.2023

Super Falcons star Michelle Alozie scores thunderous strike to rescue point for Houston Dash against KC Current.

Super Falcons of Nigeria star Michelle Alozie can't get off the social media trends.

Alozie continues to make headlines after her exploits for the Super Falcons at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup.

Michelle Alozie scores for Houston Dash against KC Current

Alozie returned to action for Houston Dash in an NWSL fixture against KC Current played early on Sunday, August 27, 2023.

The 26-year-old Alozie retained her spot in the starting lineup as Houston Dash celebrated Inspiring Women’s Night.

In the 21st minute of her return game, Alozie received a yellow card for the Houston Dash and was replaced by Courtney Petersen in the 64th minute of play.

The 26-year-old Alozie retained her spot in the starting lineup as Houston Dash celebrated Inspiring Women’s Night. (Image Credit Twitter/Houston Dash)
The 26-year-old Alozie retained her spot in the starting lineup as Houston Dash celebrated Inspiring Women’s Night. (Image Credit Twitter/Houston Dash)

After a goalless first half, Alozie's Houston Dash went behind in the 51st minute through a goal by Lo'eau LaBonta.

They were not down for long as Alozie found the equalizer in the 67th minute.

The Nigerian defender unleashed a monster right-footed shot from range to bring Houston Dash into the game.

Alozie played her part for Houston Dash but they could not find a winner settling for a point.

Michelle Alozie shines on Inspiring Women’s Night

Super Falcons star Michelle Alozie continues to make history with Houston Dash in the NWSL Image Credit - Twitter/Houston Dash
Super Falcons star Michelle Alozie continues to make history with Houston Dash in the NWSL Image Credit - Twitter/Houston Dash

Alozie and her teammates on the Houston Dash featured the name of the woman who inspires them individually.

The Houston Dash announced the development of the Inspiring Women’s Night on the official social media platforms.

Alozie explained in a collaborative post on social media with the Houston Dash her inspiration Dr. Nadia Nadim. Image Credit - Twitter/Houston Dash
Alozie explained in a collaborative post on social media with the Houston Dash her inspiration Dr. Nadia Nadim. Image Credit - Twitter/Houston Dash

Alozie explained, in a collaborative post on social media with the Houston Dash, her inspiration, Dr. Nadia Nadim.

Along with a photo wearing her Inspiring Women’s Night outfit, the name Dr. Nadia Nadim was branded at the back.

Super Falcons of Nigeria star Michelle Chinwendu Alozie has revealed her inspiration. Image Credit - Twitter/Houston Dash
Super Falcons of Nigeria star Michelle Chinwendu Alozie has revealed her inspiration. Image Credit - Twitter/Houston Dash

Alozie explained in the post that she is wearing the name of Dr. Nadia Nadim for the Inspiring Women’s Night because that is who inspired her.

According to Alozie Dr. Nadia Nadim gets the nod for Inspiring Women’s Night because she was able to combine her medical and football careers.

Super Falcons of Nigeria defender Michelle Chinwendu Alozie is back on the social media trends. Image Credit Twitter/Houston Dash
Super Falcons of Nigeria defender Michelle Chinwendu Alozie is back on the social media trends. Image Credit Twitter/Houston Dash

Michelle Alozie on the trends

Earlier this week, Alozie put out a photo with American-born Nigerian singer, entertainer, songwriter, and record producer David Adedeji Adeleke, who is professionally known as Davido

Alozie presented Davido with an authentic Super Falcons jersey that had her name and number in the picture.

The meeting between Alozie and Davido reportedly would have happened in the USA. (Twitter/Michelle Alozie)
The meeting between Alozie and Davido reportedly would have happened in the USA. (Twitter/Michelle Alozie)

Recently, Alozie ignited a discussion on the current Big Brother Naija Season 8, also known as Big Brother Naija: All-Stars.

Upon her return to the United States of America, Alozie hyped up the I Told Them Album by Nigerian singer, songwriter, and record producer Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu known professionally as Burna Boy.

Alozie returns to action for the Houston Dash in their next regular season against the San Diego Wave scheduled for Monday, September 4, 2023.

Michelle Alozie has scored two goals this season from RB for Dash. (Photo Credi: Instagram/Houston Dash)
Michelle Alozie has scored two goals this season from RB for Dash. (Photo Credi: Instagram/Houston Dash)

Reactions as Michelle Alozie scores for Houston Dash

Alozie's goal for the Houston Dash dominated the trends on social media as it earned a much-needed point in their race to make the playoffs.

It also came on a special occasion for the Houston Dash which sparked reactions on social media.

Michelle Alozie, a forward for the Super Falcons of Nigeria, scored her first goal of the year and second of the game for the Houston Dash in the 41st minute. Image Credit Twitter/houston Dash
Michelle Alozie, a forward for the Super Falcons of Nigeria, scored her first goal of the year and second of the game for the Houston Dash in the 41st minute. Image Credit Twitter/houston Dash

There were fans who praised Alozie's effort from long range and expressed her adaptability to play in attack and defense.

There were some others who believed that there was a stroke of luck involved in Alozie's goal, as replays show it may have had a slight deflection.

Alozie now has two goals for the Houston Dash this season and her ability to put the ball in the back of the net continues to get recognition.

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