Ajibade Injured in Falcons’ Victory

Uchechi Okporie Uchechi Okporie Oct 17, 2026 3 min read
Ajibade Injured in Falcons’ Victory

According to sports information gathered by Next Africa Daily, Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade sustained an injury during the second leg of Nigeria’s 2028 Olympic Games qualifying match against Comoros at Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, Ogun State.

The 26-year-old player was replaced by Folashade Ijamilusi in the 23rd minute of the encounter, which the Super Falcons won 5-0. Ajibade was attended to by the medical team following the injury.

Further details about her recovery are expected from her club, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG).

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