By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS
Former Super Falcons captain Onome Ebi has expressed his admiration for for Ashleigh Plumptre, Prompt News reports.
Ebi described Plumptre as her worthy successor in the Super Falcons.
The former Naija Ratels player wore jersey number 5 during his time with the Super Falcons.
Plumptre has inherited same number of the now retired defender.
Ebi and Plumptre were part of the Super Falcons squad to the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, and 2023 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.
She took to the social media to celebrate the Al Ittihad Ladies captain.
“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 🤗🤣⚽️. 5. The energy, discipline, consistency, and dedication are almost the same 🤣😁. I am proud 👏🤗⚽️🇳🇬💪🥹. The Legacy continues ✅️🙏
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