Super Falcons midfielder Deborah Abiodun has delivered a savage and hilarious response to online trolls who body-shamed her, with one even saying she looks like a man and may never find a husband.
In a now-viral video, the 21-year-old football star initially appeared emotional, seemingly breaking down as she lamented how hurtful comments about her physique could affect her personal life and scare away potential suitors.
“You people don’t know what your comments can do,” she began, in a seemingly heartfelt tone.
But just when it seemed the video was a raw confession, Abiodun flipped the script. In a cheeky twist, she wiped away her “tears” using hundred-dollar bills. This switch made it clear the emotional breakdown was all sarcasm.
The move not only trolled her critics but also underlined her confidence and self-worth despite the constant jabs female athletes often face.
Abiodun’s video is a clever jab at the double standards in sports, where women with athletic builds are often mocked for not fitting into outdated notions of femininity.
See some social media reactions below:
official_queenbenita: They’re always after marriage like it’s the most important thing in life… How many $100 bills did she use to wipe her tears?
naija_trend_blog: Make una leave her… she fine for my eye.
chef_ivyjones1: It’s the dollars she’s using to clean her tears for me.
uzzybarby: The fact she used those dollars to wipe her tears… that one too sweet me. I love you, girl. ❤️
editorsunday: All you praising her — do you like how she looks or dresses? Can you allow your family member marry her? And sometimes, make una dey tell some other family members truth. I don’t support trolling, but inside this video, make una sit her down and talk to her.
ezzyabbey: Iconic response. I love ittttttttttttt! I love the sarcasm.
regina_anthony_#: Baby girl, your response is EVERYTHING! Bro, it’s iconic. Broke people always body-shaming, though.
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