Christy Ucheibe is officially a new signing for Al Hilal's women's football team in Saudi Arabia. The transfer of the 25-year-old Nigerian central defender was exclusively reported by Glorioso 1904 and confirmed by Benfica, who announced the player's departure after six seasons at the club.
During her time at Benfica, Ucheibe made 179 appearances in the red and white shirt, contributed 11 goals and 11 assists, and won an impressive 15 titles. The Nigerian defender established herself as one of the squad's key figures and one of the most important internationals in the Nigerian national team.
The player's value has grown significantly in recent years. In 2024, Ucheibe experienced one of the most important moments of her career by becoming an African champion with Nigeria, increasing the international recognition of her career.
In a statement, Benfica praised the central defender's evolution over the six years of her connection to the club, recognizing the positive impact the Nigerian had on the team and her contribution to the successes achieved during her time in Lisbon.