Oneme Ebi, the captain of the Super Falcons, holds a strong belief in her team’s ability to reach the semi-finals of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup. Drawn in Group B alongside Australia, Canada, and the Republic of Ireland, The Super Falcons faces a challenging task ahead.
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It has been four years since the nine-time African champions were eliminated in the Round of 16 by Germany during the previous tournament in France. Oneme Ebi, however, remains
undeterred by that setback and exudes confidence that her teammates can surpass their previous performance.
The Super Falcons have been preparing diligently for the upcoming tournament, aiming to showcase their skills and determination on the global stage.
Oneme Ebi’s leadership qualities, coupled with the collective strength and talent of the team, provide a solid foundation for
their aspirations.
While facing co-hosts Australia, the formidable Canadian team and the Republic of Ireland presents a formidable challenge, the Super Falcons are determined to navigate through the group stage and secure a spot in the knockout rounds. Ebi’s belief in her team’s capabilities serves as a rallying cry, motivating her teammates to push themselves to the limits and achieve unprecedented success.
Oneme Ebi said in a recent interview with FIFA “As a team, we want to do better than we did at the 2019 World Cup in France. To be totally honest, I think we can aim for the semi-finals. We’ve
got high-quality, experienced players and some really talented youngsters.”
“It really is doable, and it’s up to us to grab the chance with both hands and show the world that we are Nigeria and that we’re not just there to make up the numbers. I’m ready for a sixth World Cup, and we’re ready as a team.”
With their sights set on reaching the semi-finals, the Super Falcons will undoubtedly bring their A-game to every match, determined to make their mark on the world stage and leave a
lasting impression.
