PSG Confirm Surgery For Injured Super Falcons Captain Ajibade

Paris Saint-Germain Féminine have confirmed that Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade will undergo surgery after suffering a fibula fracture while on international duty with Nigeria.

Ajibade sustained the injury during Nigeria’s second-leg encounter against Comoros in the second qualifying round of the 2028 Olympic Games at the Remo Stars Sports Complex in Ikenne.

The 26-year-old forward was forced off in the 23rd minute of the match, and was replaced by Folashade Ijamilusi. Nigeria went on to secure a commanding 5-0 victory.

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In a statement published on the club’s official website, PSG confirmed that Ajibade would undergo surgery performed by one of the club’s leading surgeons before commencing rehabilitation under the supervision of the team’s medical staff.

“Rasheedat Ajibade, who was injured during Nigeria’s most recent national team match against Comoros, has suffered a fibula fracture,” the statement read.

“Our forward will undergo surgery soon, performed by one of the Club’s leading surgeons, before beginning her rehabilitation with the Paris Saint-Germain medical team.”

The former Atlético Madrid player is expected to begin her recovery programme following surgery, with further details regarding her rehabilitation and anticipated return to action expected from the French club.

By Adeboye Amosu

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