Nigerian defender and Al Ittihad captain, Ashleigh Plumptre continued her impressive form with another goal on Saturday, though her efforts were not enough to prevent a 4-2 home defeat to Al Ahli in the Saudi Women’s Premier League.
Second-Half Goal Fest
After a goalless first half, the game came alive in the second, with six goals scored by four African players. In the 63rd minute, Naomie Kabakaba (DR Congo) opened the scoring for Al Ahli.
64th minute: Ghana’s Alice Kusi doubled the visitors’ lead just moments later.
72nd minute: Leticia Nunes reduced the deficit for Al Ittihad.
73rd minute: Morocco’s Ibtissam Jraidi quickly restored Al Ahli’s two-goal advantage.
80th minute: Fadwa Khaled made it 4-1 for the visitors.
83rd minute: Plumptre struck for Al Ittihad to make it 4-2.
Plumptre’s Leadership and Form
Plumptre, who has taken on a pivotal role as captain of Al Ittihad, has been showcasing her attacking side despite her primary role as a defender.
Her performances will be key for Nigeria’s Super Falcons as they prepare for the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco.
League Position
The loss leaves Al Ittihad in seventh place on the 10-team Saudi Women’s Premier League table, with 15 points from 11 matches.
