Rinsola Babajide scores as Tenerife defeats Espanyol

In a thrilling Liga F encounter, Costa Adeje Tenerife Egatesa delivered a commanding 4-1 victory over RCD Espanyol on Saturday, March 29, 2025.

Super Falcons of Nigeria star Rinsola Babajide showcased Tenerife's attacking prowess with her compatriot Monday Guft departing for the NWSL in America.

Tenerife opened in the 30th minute when forward Pisco found the back of the net with a clinical finish, giving the home side a deserved lead.

Just seven minutes later, in the 37th minute, midfielder Bicho doubled the advantage with a well-placed strike.

Espanyol managed a late consolation goal through one of their forwards, but it did little to dampen Tenerife's celebrations.

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The second half saw Tenerife maintain their dominance, with Norwegian striker Synne Laupstad adding a third goal in the 53rd minute.

Babajide, who had been a constant threat on the left wing, sealed the victory in the 81st minute with a composed finish, marking her ninth goal of the 2024-2025 Liga F season.

For Babajide, this latest strike adds to her impressive goal-scoring record in Liga F and is only behind Edna Imade among the Nigerian top scorers in the league.