Joy Omewa signs permanent deal with Forest Women
Joy Omewa has joined Nottingham Forest Women from Fortuna Hjørring on a permanent contract. The Nigerian forward arrives after a successful spell in Denmark, where she scored over 50 goals and won multiple titles. Forest secured her signature despite interest from other clubs, aiming to boost their squad in their first season in the second tier. Omewa has also represented Nigeria at various international levels.
Match highlights
- Joy Omewa signed a permanent deal with Nottingham Forest Women, leaving Danish side Fortuna Hjørring.
- She scored more than 50 goals and won the Danish Women’s Cup twice, as well as the Kvindeligaen title in the 2024/25 season.
- Omewa was named Kvindeligaen Player of the Season during Fortuna Hjørring’s league and cup double.
- She earned her first senior cap for Nigeria last year in the Super Falcons’ win over Benin to qualify for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.
- Forest Women are currently sixth in WSL2 in their debut season at this level.
