Perth Glory has strengthened its defense ahead of the 2024-25 Liberty A-League season with the signing of Nigeria international Onyinyechi Zogg.
The 27-year-old defender has secured a one-year contract with the Australian club, bringing with her a wealth of experience from top European leagues. Born in Switzerland to a Swiss father and a Nigerian mother, Zogg boasts an impressive football career that includes stints with several high-profile European clubs.
Zogg’s football journey has seen her play for Young Boys, FC Zürich, and Servette FC in Switzerland, ASJ Soyaux in France, Turbine Potsdam in Germany, and FC Bethlehem in Israel. She also made four appearances in the UEFA Women’s Champions League with FC Zürich between 2019 and 2020. In 2021, Zogg made her international debut for Nigeria’s Super Falcons.
Expressing her enthusiasm for joining the A-League, Zogg shared, “When my manager mentioned the opportunity to join Perth Glory, I jumped at it. I’ve heard so much about the quality and competitive nature of the league, and I’ve always wanted to experience it. Being able to do this with Perth Glory is a fantastic opportunity. I’m excited to meet my teammates and coach in person and contribute to the club’s success.”
Perth Glory head coach Stephen Peters lauded Zogg as a “technical and athletic defender,” emphasizing that her signing is part of a broader strategy to enhance the squad.
Zogg is the seventh new addition to the Glory roster this season, joining a team that has also retained key players like Jessika Cowart, Susan Phonsongkham, and Izzy Foletta as they gear up for the new season.
Zogg’s arrival is expected to bring invaluable experience and stability to Glory’s backline, bolstering their ambitions for a successful Liberty A-League campaign.
