ASHLEIGH PLUMPTRE: THE CALM FORTRESS AND LEADER OF SUPER FALCONS’ DEFENCE

ASHLEIGH PLUMPTRE: THE CALM FORTRESS AND LEADER OF SUPER FALCONS’ DEFENCE

Ashleigh Plumptre is Nigeria’s rock at the back—a composed centre-back whose leadership, sharp instincts, and solid defending have made her a cornerstone of the Super Falcons since she switched from England in 2022 to embrace her Nigerian roots.

From winning the FA Women’s Championship with Leicester City to captaining Al-Ittihad in Saudi Arabia, Plumptre blends athletic prowess with brains—holding a degree in human biology—and stands as one of Nigeria’s top female football earners. Her steady presence helped Nigeria keep clean sheets at the 2023 World Cup and shine at WAFCON 2024, proving she’s not just a defender, but a cultural ambassador and role model inspiring many on and off the pitch.

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