Super Falcons defender, Ashleigh Plumptre has expressed her frustration at her inability to make the Paris 2024 Olympic Games cut with the Nigeria’s team.
Plumptre who was sure to make the team was ruled out of the competition due to an injury she sustained while on club duty with Al-Ittihad in Saudi Arabia and the Nigerian stated her disappointment at the circumstances behind her omission.
Earlier this week, head coach Randy Waldrum named his squad for the Paris 2024 Olympics event where Nigeria will return to the Women’s football tournament after 16 years wait with Rasheedat Ajibade, Oshoala, and Nnadozie among the selected players.
While admitting that the timing wasn’t perfect for her regarding her recovery from the injury she however wished the team well in Paris and she confirmed that she would stay glued to her television set rooting for Nigeria.
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“Timings haven’t aligned to be in contention for the Olympic roster – a dream I’ve held since I can remember,” Plumptre wrote on her X account. “Since having my surgery, I’ve worked in every area of my life to be in the best position to recover, but one thing I’ve learnt is how to listen to my body.
“While on a personal note, it’s a shame to miss out, I cannot put into words my excitement and pride in knowing I’ll be watching my Super Falcons girls representing this flag on the Olympic stage.”
“Go well, girls! Naija to the world!”