Nigeria’s most capped female footballer, Onome Ebi, has given a heartfelt endorsement of Super Falcons defender Ashleigh Plumptre, describing her as the ideal successor to her iconic No. 5 jersey.
In a message shared on her official X (formerly Twitter) account, Ebi, who has worn the No. 5 jersey throughout her two-decade-long career with the national team, praised Plumptre’s energy, discipline, and consistency, even highlighting their shared birthday on May 8.
“Best replacement for my #5 jersey, which means a lot to me after 20 years. Same birthday 8 May, just a name change from Ebi to Plumptre. The energy, discipline, consistency, and dedication are almost the same 🤣😁. I am proud. The Legacy,” Ebi wrote.
The former Super Falcons captain’s words highlight the deep personal connection she has with the No. 5 jersey and her immense pride in seeing Plumptre carry on its legacy. The striking coincidence of their shared May 8th birthday adds a unique, almost symbolic, layer to the passing of the torch.
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Plumptre, a key defender for the Super Falcons, recently returned to the squad and has been seen sporting the No. 5, a change from her previous No. 2 at the FIFA Women’s World Cup and No. 4 at the 2022 WAFCON.
Her impressive performances, particularly in helping the Falcons reach the WAFCON 2024 semi-finals without conceding a goal, have clearly impressed Ebi.
Reacting to Ebi passing the torch, Plumptre responded on X, saying, “Grateful! Thank you for the legacy you led and continue to leave.”
Plumptre, who switched allegiance from England to Nigeria in 2021, has quickly become a fan favorite and an integral part of the Super Falcons’ backline.
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