Ashleigh Plumptre Opens Up on Relationship With Oyibo Woman in Viral WAFCON Video: “Not My Mum”
- Ashleigh Plumptre confirms viral white woman is not her mother, but a loyal Super Falcons fan
- The woman trended online after breaking down in tears during Nigeria’s WAFCON final comeback win
- Plumptre opens up about how their friendship began at the 2022 tournament and blossomed ever since
Following Nigeria’s historic 3-2 comeback victory against hosts Morocco in the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) final, fans were not only talking about the Super Falcons’ 10th title, but also a viral video of an emotional white woman in the crowd.
The unidentified woman was seen in tears at the final whistle, visibly moved by the Falcons' impressive comeback from two goals down to eventually defeat the host.
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As camera footage from Making of Champions circulated widely online, many assumed the woman was the mother of Super Falcons defender Ashleigh Plumptre.
The rumour gained traction quickly, with fans praising the “supportive mum” of the England-born player.
But in a recent interview, Plumptre has now set the record straight: that woman, she said, is not her mother, but rather a passionate fan she’s become close to over the years.
How they met in 2022
Plumptre revealed that she first met the woman and her two daughters during the 2022 WAFCON tournament, Ghana Naija Ballers reported.
The bond was sparked when she gifted one of the daughters her jersey after a match, a gesture that touched the family deeply. Since then, the relationship has grown beyond the pitch.
Plumptre explained that they stayed in touch via social media and have remained good friends.
So when the Super Falcons returned to the big stage in 2025, the family made the journey again to support the team, and Plumptre in particular.
“She’s not my mum, but she’s like family,” Plumptre shared.
“They’ve been so supportive of me and the team since the last tournament. It means a lot to have people like that cheering you on.”
A victory shared with more than just blood
Plumptre’s clarification comes as a reminder of the power of sports to build unlikely but beautiful connections.
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Her bond with the family speaks to the kind of unity and admiration that transcends race, nationality, and even blood ties.
The woman’s emotional response to the final whistle was not just about a football match, it was about being part of something historic and meaningful.
For Plumptre and the entire Super Falcons squad, their victory in Rabat wasn’t just for Nigeria, it was for every supporter who believed in them.
With their record-extending 10th WAFCON title secured and personal stories like these coming to light, the Super Falcons’ victory is proving to be one for the ages, on and off the field.
Man flies oyibo wife to watch WAFCON
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that a proud Nigerian man from Kwara State flew his entire family, including his oyibo (white) wife and children, to Morocco to witness history in the making as the Super Falcons clinched their 10th continental trophy.
The final, held at the Stade Olympique in Rabat, saw Nigeria pull off a sensational comeback from 2-0 down to beat host nation Morocco 3-2, with a late winner from Jennifer Echegini in the 88th minute.
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