{
  "id": 14707229,
  "title": "Super Falcons: Ajibade provides injury update after Comoros clash",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/15/super-falcons-ajibade-provides-injury-update-after-comoros-clash",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-15T13:44:37.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/15/super-falcons-ajibade-provides-injury-update-after-comoros-clash/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade has addressed her recent ankle injury sustained during Nigeria's second-leg qualifier against Comoros in the 2028 Olympic Games bid. The 26-year-old was substituted in the 23rd minute after colliding with an opponent. Speculation surrounding her potential need for surgery has emerged, which could sideline her for a prolonged period. However, Ajibade has confirmed that medical scans and consultations are ongoing, and further information will be shared once confirmed. In a statement posted on X, she expressed her gratitude for her team's performance and the support she has received. Ajibade described leading the national team as an honor and praised her teammates for their unity, discipline, and determination. She also thanked her family, medical staff, and fans for their prayers and encouragement during this challenging period. Ajibade assured fans that she is doing well and remains in high spirits despite the injury.",
  "summary": "Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade has broken her silence following the ankle injury she sustained during Nigeria’s second-leg encounter against Comoros in the 2028 Olympic Games qualifiers. The 26-year-old was forced off in the 23rd minute after colliding with an opponent, with Folashade Ijamilusi introduced as her replacement. Reports have emerged suggesting that the Paris […] Super…",
  "key_points": [
    "Rasheedat Ajibade updates on ankle injury from Comoros clash.",
    "26-year-old Nigeria's Super Falcons captain substituted in 23rd minute.",
    "Medical scans and consultations ongoing for potential surgery."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Premium Times",
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        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/15/injury-update-super-eagles-striker-umar-sadiq-nears-valencia-return",
        "published": "2026-10-15T08:56:04.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Punch Nigeria",
        "title": "Super Falcons captain Ajibade gives update on injury after Comoros clash",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/15/super-falcons-captain-ajibade-gives-update-on-injury-after-comoros",
        "published": "2026-10-15T14:06:55.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}