Seychellois footballer Natacha Bibi has joined Italian club Caprera Calcio after transferring from FK Saned Joniskis in Lithuania. Bibi is among only three Seychellois female footballers competing abroad and made an immediate impact by scoring in her debut match. This move reflects the broader growth of women’s football in Seychelles.
Natacha Bibi, a Seychellois international footballer, has recently signed with Caprera Calcio, marking a significant transition in her career as she moves from Lithuania to Italy. Hailing from La Digue, the fourth largest island in Seychelles, Bibi is one of three Seychellois women competing professionally overseas. Her new club, based in Sardinia, plays at the regional level, just below Serie C, the third tier of Italian women’s football. Notably, Bibi scored in her debut match, contributing to a decisive 5-0 victory against Castello. This achievement underscores the growth of women’s football in Seychelles, where Bibi joins fellow professionals Reena Esther and Pascalina Moustache, the latter of whom may also transfer clubs this season after a season of mixed results in Lithuania. Meanwhile, Esther has made a promising start in Singapore with Still Aerion but is currently sidelined due to injury.
The rise of women’s football in Seychelles has garnered attention, represented by athletes such as Natacha Bibi. With only three female footballers from Seychelles competing professionally abroad, their progress reflects the expanding opportunities in women’s sports. Bibi’s move to Caprera Calcio not only highlights her individual talent but also showcases the increasing professional landscape for women in football. The club, despite its recent relegation, offers Bibi a platform to develop her skills further as she aspires to elevate her career.
Natacha Bibi’s transfer to Caprera Calcio symbolizes a pivotal advancement in her football career and highlights the growing presence of Seychellois female footballers on international platforms. Her successful debut illustrates her potential, as she aims to continue contributing positively to her new team. With fellow professionals paving the way, the future of women’s football in Seychelles appears promising.
Original Source: www.seychellesnewsagency.com
