Super Falcons star, Deborah Abiodun, otherwise known as Kante among the Nigeria fans has expressed delight over her move to Washington Spirits FC, Sports247 reports.
Washington Spirits announced the capture of Deborah on a three year deal on Monday after spending two years at University of Pittsburgh Panthers, a club joined via scholarship.
Washington Spirit, is one of the leading teams in the National Women’s Soccer League’s (NWSL) premier teams as they won the 2021 NWSL Championship and finishing as runners-up in 2016 and 2024.
The Super Falcons defensive midfielder could not hide her joy for the step up in her career .
Shortly after her unveiling, she said, “I am beyond thrilled to take the next step in my career by joining the Washington Spirit.”
“This isn’t just a dream, it’s a purpose I have poured my heart and soul into and ready to give everything I have to the game I love.”
“They are a team who care about a player’s growth and development, which makes them a perfect team to achieve my purpose, said the 19 year old.
She distinguished herself in her two stays with the University’s team which is coached by former Super Falcons coach, Randy Waldrum.
She made 34 appearances for the Panthers and a total of 10 goals and got selected in the All- ACC team of the season in back to back seasons.
She will be occupying one. Of the international spot at the Washington Spirits as her international experience will come handy for the Spirits.
She once played for Rivers Angels in Nigeria and shone at the FIFA U20 Women World Cup before leaving the shores of the country.
