Super Falcons midfielders Deborah Abiodun and Esther Okoronkwo have both been ruled out for the remainder of the 2026 season, dealing a major blow to club and country.
Esther Okoronkwo
Super Falcons forward Esther Okoronkwo will miss the rest of 2026 after suffering an injury that has not yet received a definitive diagnosis. Her head coach Marko Milanovic confirmed during a press conference that the club does not expect her to return before the end of the year.
Here was Milanovic’s statement:
It’s hard to know exactly where it happened. It could have been just wear and tear over a longer period.” “Some of the things presented themselves a little differently than what they were, despite MRI usually being able to show you everything.” “So, we’re still waiting to confirm that. But she’s more than likely out for the rest of the year.
Okoronkwo’s absence leaves a significant gap in attack, especially given her importance to the Super Falcons setup.
Deborah Abiodun
Super Falcons and Washington Spirit midfielder Deborah Abiodun has also been ruled out for the rest of the season after picking up an injury that requires surgery, scheduled for this week.
The 22‑year‑old ends her campaign having made nine appearances in all competitions for Washington Spirit, recording four starts and playing 320 minutes.
Her early shutdown marks a disappointing end to what had been a promising season.
