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Sherifatu Sumaila

Footballer

BornNovember 30, 1996 Age29 Years NationalityGhanaian RegionNorthern
Profession Footballer Footballer
Awards 1+ Won
Nationality Ghanaian

About Sherifatu Sumaila

Sherifatu Sumaila was part of the Black Maidens side that took bronze at the 2012 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup. She has since played club football in the United States, Sweden and Spain.

Career

She was born on 30 November 1996 and first played for Ghana's under-17 team in 2010. She went on to the Black Princesses and the senior Black Queens. In the US she studied at Feather River Community College in Quincy, California, and played for LA Galaxy Orange County in the United Women's Soccer league. She then moved to Djurgården in Sweden and later Mallbacken, before joining Rayo Vallecano's women's team in Spain in July 2022. She plays as an attacking midfielder or forward.

Frequently asked questions about Sherifatu Sumaila

How old is Sherifatu Sumaila?

Sherifatu Sumaila is 29 years old, born November 30, 1996.

What is Sherifatu Sumaila known for?

Sherifatu Sumaila is a Footballer.

What is Sherifatu Sumaila's nationality?

Sherifatu Sumaila is Ghanaian.

Where did Sherifatu Sumaila study?

Sherifatu Sumaila studied at Feather River Community College, California.

Personal Information

Date of Birth
30 November 1996
Nationality
Ghanaian
Region
Northern

Education

  • Feather River Community College
  • California

Awards & Achievements

FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup bronze with Ghana (2012)

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Sources & References

  1. "Sherifatu Sumaila". Wikipedia.
  2. "Sumaila Sherifatu". pt.soccerway.com.
  3. "Wikidata entry Q59160148". Wikidata.

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Profile last updated: August 19, 2025  ·  Last fact-checked: October 19, 2026

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