Super Falcons defender Ashleigh Plumptre has debunked reports claiming she was dropped from Nigeria’s squad for the upcoming Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). In a personal statement, Plumptre revealed that a verified Facebook page impersonating her had spread fabricated claims about her exclusion after refusing to comply with demands from corrupt football officials.
She said: “None of it is true.” She urged fans to report the fake page and clarified that her only official social media platforms are Instagram and LinkedIn.
Key Points:
A verified Facebook page impersonated Plumptre and spread false claims.
The fake news suggested she was dropped for refusing to comply with corrupt officials.
Plumptre thanked her teammates and the Super Falcons communications team for their support.
She is taking formal steps to have the fake page removed.
Her only official social media accounts are Instagram and LinkedIn.
Fans are urged to report the fake Facebook page. Plumptre remains committed to representing Nigeria at WAFCON.
Sources: Vanguard, Guardian


