Onome Ebi: FIFA Honours First African Woman in 6 World Cups

The Super Falcons captain, Onome Ebi has been acknowledged by the world football governing body (FIFA) for her remarkable achievement. 

She is now recognized as the first African woman to participate in six World Cups.

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At 40 years old, the Nigerian player has accomplished a feat that has only been achieved by a few others. 

Specifically, her achievement is matched by Japan’s Homare Sawa, Canada’s Christine Sinclair, and Brazil’s Marta.

However, surpassing them all in participation is Brazil’s Formiga, who has taken part in an impressive seven editions of the competition.

Ebi’s journey in the World Cup began in the 2003 edition in the US, where she made her debut for Nigeria. 

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At the age of 20, she entered the field as a substitute for the late Ifeanyi Chiejine during the Falcons’ opening game against North Korea, resulting in a 3-0 loss.

FIFA’s recognition of Ebi came shortly after Nigeria’s exit from the ongoing Women’s World Cup, expressed through a Facebook post. 

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The post highlighted her incredible achievement, stating, “Six #FIFAWWC’s 🇳🇬 One Super Falcons legend. Onome Ebi is an icon.”