| Full Name | Ashanti Akpan |
| Date of Birth | 24 November 2005 (age 17 years) |
| Nationality | Nigerian-Polish |
| Place of Birth | Warsaw, Poland |
| Position | Central Midfielder |
| Current Club | Chelsea Women’s Football Team |
| Foot | Right |
| International Career | England U16 |
Personal Information
- Full Name: Ashanti Akpan
- Date of Birth: 24 November 2005
- Place of Birth: Warsaw, Poland
- Nationality: Nigerian-Polish
Position:
- Position: Central Midfielder
Club Information:
- Current Club: Chelsea Women’s Football Team
- Debut for Club: March 2023
- Achievement: Awarded Chelsea Women U18s Players’ Player of the Year in July 2023
- Previous Club: Chelsea Academy
International Eligibility:
- Eligible Nationalities: Poland, England, Nigeria
- Eligible to Play for: Super Falcons (Nigeria)
Background:
- Parentage: Nigerian father from Akwa Ibom and Polish mother
- Siblings: Elder sister, Ashley Antoni Akpan (19), plays right-back position for Aldershot Town
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Career Highlights:
- Made her debut for Chelsea Women’s Football Club in March [Year], playing 25 minutes as the Blues defeated Reading Women 3-1 in an FA Cup game.
- Previously on the substitute bench in Chelsea’s 2-0 win over Real Madrid in a UEFA Women’s Champions League match in November 2022.
- Displayed exceptional talent and dedication, leading to her being awarded Chelsea Women U18s Players’ Player of the Year in July 2023.
- Ashanti’s elder sister, Ashley Antoni Akpan, also emerged from the Chelsea Academy and currently plays as a right-back for Aldershot Town.
- Represented England at the under-16 level, demonstrating her versatility and international experience.
International Prospect:
- Highly sought-after talent, with her agent offering her services to Super Falcons coach Randy Waldrum for the upcoming Olympic qualifiers.
- Given her eligibility to play for three nations (Poland, England, and Nigeria), she has expressed her affection for Nigeria and is enthusiastic about representing the country internationally.
- A potential midfield star for the Super Falcons, Ashanti Akpan’s skills and dedication make her a valuable asset to the Nigerian national team.
Future Aspirations:
- As a promising central midfielder, Ashanti Akpan aims to continue honing her skills at Chelsea Women’s Football Team and further establishing herself as a key player.
- Her determination and talent suggest a bright future in both club and international football, offering a strong possibility of representing the Super Falcons on the global stage.
