Tremendous Falcons defender Ashleigh Plumptre has been disregarded of Nigeria’s 2026 WAFCON squad resulting from damage, following Head Coach Justine Madugu’s announcement of the ultimate 25‑participant checklist on Friday, 10 July 2026. The match will run from 26 July to 16 August in Morocco as Nigeria intention to defend their continental crown.
Softfootball understands Plumptre remains to be present process rehabilitation and requires extra time to totally get better earlier than returning to aggressive motion, which led to her omission from Madugu’s squad.
Reacting to her absence, Plumptre expressed disappointment however emphasised that her physique wants extra time earlier than she will compete once more. She additionally urged Nigerians to help the group all through the match.
Her assertion learn:
“The physique is asking for extra time and I’m listening. Unhappy to be lacking this WAFCON but hopeful within the prospect of attending to struggle alongside these ladies once more with the help of Nigerians in every single place when the physique is able to compete once more.
So, within the meantime, again these ladies, again them on their quest for victory as soon as extra. Go straightforward on them, they want you. I’m with you girls. Naija no dey carry final!”
With Ashleigh Plumptre unavailable, the Tremendous Falcons’ WAFCON 2026 squad options key names together with captain Rasheedat Ajibade, Africa’s high goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie, veteran defender Osinachi Ohale, midfield standout Jennifer Echegini, and star ahead Asisat Oshoala.
