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'She gives us a lot' - Cortes explains Oshoala's role in new Barcelona playing style

Barcelona coach Llius Cortes insists Asisat Oshoala has given the team a lot despite questions over her role in his set-up this term.

The Nigeria international had scored eight goals in 11 games, including bagging the only goal in the Champions League final, during her initial loan period to deservedly earn a permanent three-year deal.

This season, the 25-year-old has not taken her foot off the pedal as she has bagged seven goals in eight Primera Iberdrola outings despite being substituted in six of those matches.

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Despite her contributions, the FC Robo product's relevance in the new Barcelona's playing style was questioned by the media but the coach swiftly jumped to the defence of his second-top scorer.