PSG and Nigerian Captain Rasheedat Ajibade Issues Official Injury Update After Fracture Scare Against Comoros

Paris Saint-Germain and Nigeria star Rasheedat Ajibade have issued an official statement after a fracture to her right ankle during Nigeria's Olympic qualifying match against Comoros on Tuesday.

Ajibade suffered the injury after a collision with Comoros defender Diore Miriame Kaina Said 20 minutes into Nigeria's 5-0 victory in the second leg of their 2028 Olympic Games qualifier and landed heavily on her right foot.

According to a recent report, Ajibade could face at least three months on the sidelines after an MRI scan.

On Thursday, Ajibade took to social media to thank her teammates, family, medical staff and fans for their support, while providing an update on her condition.

In her statement, the Super Falcons captain expressed pride in the team’s performance and determination as Nigeria began its campaign to qualify for the 2028 Olympic Games.