Toba Owojaiye Reporting
In an electrifying debut, Ashleigh Plumptre, the Super Falcons’ defender, showcased her exceptional talent with a remarkable hat-trick on her debut for Al Ittihad. Her performance led Al Ittihad to a convincing 3-0 victory over Eastern Flames in their season opener.
Plumptre wasted no time and swiftly made an impact, opening the scoring for Al Ittihad with a brilliant goal just thirty minutes into the game.
Her prowess on the field continued as she volleyed in another goal slightly more than an hour into the match, further solidifying her team’s lead.
The versatile defender once again displayed her extraordinary skills, completing her hat-trick just five minutes later with a powerful shot from inside the box, effectively securing the win for Al Ittihad.
This astonishing debut by the Nigerian sensation follows her summer move to Al Ittihad on a free transfer, having previously been a part of Leicester City.
Plumptre’s exceptional abilities and the spectacle of her hat-trick unquestionably establish her as a player to keep an eye on in the upcoming season.
The success of our Nigerian “Oyinbo” abroad is off to a flying start, as she continues to make waves beyond the shores of England.
Her shocking move to the female Saudi Football league may just have a “ Ronaldo “ effect in the coming transfer season.