Barbra Banda, the Zambian superstar always manages to make history wherever she goes, making a lasting impression that lingers even after she leaves the scene. An excellent example is her back-to-back hat tricks at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. After making a significant impression and going unnoticed in China (playing for Shanghai Shengli), she drew the attention of the Orlando Pride, a newly formed team in the United States. After accepting the Pride's offer, she became the second most expensive women's football transfer in history, paying approximately $740,000 (K19,295,592). Fast forward to the present, and Barbra Banda is still making history in the US. She was the first player in the National Women's Soccer League to score ten goals in her first ten appearances. Furthermore, she has already surpassed last season's leading goal scorer, Sophia Smith, who finished with 11 goals. Sam Kerr is the highest goal scorer in league history, with 18 goals in 2019. Banda just needs six goals to tie the record, and a few more to set her own. This is the first time the Orlando Pride have competed for the title since 2017, when they finished third. This season, they are strong contenders for the crown based on how they have played thus far, particularly with their star-studded lineup, which includes the league's top scorer, BB 22. With the team's outstanding run, they are poised to win their first NWSL title since the club's establishment in 2015. Could Barbra Banda be the missing puzzle piece the Pride was seeking for? Banda's attention has now switched to the Olympics, where, based on her high spirits, she is expected to amaze the world once more with her magnificence. Barbra Banda is a relevation in women's football. Follow Zed sport for sports news, blogs and updates on all sports in Zambia.