Soccer

    Eniola Aluko

    Eniola Aluko

    Eniola Aluko is one of the pioneers of English women's soccer. She has played at the top level in England, Italy and USA, and is now the sporting director of Angel City FC.

    Eniola 'Eni' Aluko is a former professional footballer who currently serves as the sporting director of Angel City FC.

    Aluko has played for Birmingham City, Charlton Athletic, Chelsea, Saint Louis Athletica, Sky Blue FC, Atlanta Beat and Juventus.

    Born in Nigeria, Aluko chose to play for England and won 102 caps for the national team. She is as revered for standing up to what she felt was racist behaviour from then-coach Mark Sampson as she is for her astounding achievements with her national team.

    Birmingham City debut

    Cup success at Charlton Athletic

    Silverware with Chelsea

    Aluko and WPS

    Joining Juventus

    England caps

    Personal life

    Net worth