Nigerian Defender Plumptre's Surgery Sidelines Her for Months

Nigerian international Ashleigh Plumptre has successfully undergone surgery for a foot injury while with her Saudi club, Al Ittihad Ladies. The 31-year-old defender has already started rehabilitation under the club’s medical team and is expected to be sidelined for several months.

This is a significant concern for Nigeria’s Super Falcons as she aims to recover fully before the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) finals, which were postponed to July by CAF. Plumptre, a veteran presence in the backline, was instrumental in Nigeria’s previous WAFCON victory in Morocco and missed the 2024 Paris Olympics due to a prior injury.

Her recovery timeline directly impacts the team’s defensive preparations for the continental championship. The Super Falcons will need to plan without her services for part of their buildup, though the tournament postponement provides a crucial window for her rehabilitation.

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/03/28/plumptre-undergoes-successful-surgery-for-injury/