The Super Falcons have praised their captain, Onome Ebi, for her remarkable career after she announced her retirement from professional football.
In a message posted on X on Thursday by teammate Rasheedat Ajibade, the team described Ebi as a leader, a trailblazer, and an inspiration to generations of Nigerian players.
“On behalf of every member of the Super Falcons, we extend our deepest gratitude to you, Captain Onome Ebi, for your extraordinary service and leadership over the past two decades,” the message read.
The team highlighted her achievements, which include four Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) titles and a record six FIFA Women’s World Cup appearances.
“You have been more than a captain. You’ve been a trailblazer who paved the way for this generation of players,” the Super Falcons said.
They also praised her journey from Bayelsa Queens to playing professionally in Sweden, Turkey, China, Spain, and back in Nigeria.
“Your resilience has inspired us to push beyond limits and believe in our potential to continue to make history,” the statement added.
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Ebi, 42, retires with 109 caps—the most by any Nigerian female footballer. She also became the first African player, male or female, to feature in six FIFA Women’s World Cup tournaments, making history in 2023.
In her personal post on Wednesday, Ebi reflected on her career.
“Today, I officially retire from professional football. The journey has been filled with challenges, victories, and lessons that shaped me into who I am today,” she wrote.
She added that her work in football is not over. “Though I hang up my boots, my purpose in the game continues to give back, to guide, and to be a voice for players.”
The Super Falcons ended their message by celebrating her promise to mentor young African footballers.
“Thank you, Onome, for being our hero. Cheers to a legacy that will never fade!”