Super Falcons Star Deborah Abiodun Hawks Gala, Cheese Balls to Teammates In Aeroplane, Video
- Super Falcons star Deborah Abiodun was captured hawking gala and cheese balls on a flight with her team
- Deborah was part of the victorious Super Falcons team that won a record-extending 10th WAFCON title for Nigeria
- Abiodun made her senior debut for the Super Falcons in 2022 and has been part of three competitions
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Super Falcons midfielder Deborah Abiodun has proven to be one of the most entertaining personalities in the Nigerian women’s national team.
Just like six-time Women’s African Player of the Year winner Asisat Oshoala, the 21-year-old has been recognised as one of the witty characters in the Super Falcons camp.
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A viral video on X captured Deborah hawking popular snacks, gala and cheese balls to her teammates inside a plane as the team returned to Nigeria after their historic 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) triumph in Morocco, where they beat hosts 3-2 in a thrilling comeback.
The hilarious clip quickly made rounds on social media, with fans praising the former Rivers Angels midfielder for her playful spirit and ability to keep the team’s energy high even after an intense tournament.
Deborah, who played a key role in the midfield throughout the tournament, decided to lighten the mood on the flight with a creative skit.
Holding up packs of gala sausage rolls and cheese balls, she walked down the aisle imitating Nigerian street hawkers, leaving her teammates in fits of laughter.
Her playful act resonated with many fans because hawking snacks like gala is a familiar sight on Nigerian streets, making the video both funny and relatable.
Deborah makes history with Super Falcons
Deborah’s performance at the 2025 WAFCON earned her more than just online admiration but also multiple handsome rewards.
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On the team’s return to Nigeria, she and her teammates received $100,000 each, a three-bedroom apartment, and national honours from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in recognition of their achievement, Daily Trust reports.
Born in Ibadan, Oyo State, Deborah has stayed grounded and connected to her roots, and this viral moment captured exactly that.
Fans online praised her for combining talent with humility and humour, proving that she is not just a rising football star but also a fan favourite off the pitch.
Deborah Abiodun career highlights
Abiodun played two seasons at the University of Pittsburgh, earning All-ACC honours in both years. In her sophomore year, she scored 10 goals in 34 appearances, showcasing her offensive capabilities, Dallas Trinity writes on its website.
She represented Nigeria at the 2022 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup, earning 3 caps. Abiodun made her senior debut for the Super Falcons in 2022 and has since participated in the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup, the 2024 Paris Olympics, and the 2025 WAFCON.
During her time at Dallas Trinity FC in the 2024/25 USL Super League Season, Abiodun made 12 appearances, starting 7 matches. While she didn't score any goals, her contributions in midfield were vital to the team's performance throughout the season.
Super Falcons receive ₦150m from MTN
In a related development, Legit.ng reported that Nigerians have expressed their feelings after telecommunication giant MTN donated a huge sum of money to the victorious Super Falcons in Lagos.
MTN joined the list of brands making donations to the Super Falcons stars after the team won their 10th WAFCON, as the players and technical crew members were hosted to a breakfast in Lagos on Thursday morning, during which the brand donated ₦150 million to the team.
Proofreading by Omoleye Omoruyi, copy editor at Legit.ng.
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