Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade is set to undergo surgery after fracturing her fibula during Nigeria’s 2028 Olympic Games qualifying campaign, with the injury raising concerns over her availability for club and country, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

The Nigerian international sustained the injury during the second leg of the Super Falcons’ second-round qualifying tie against Comoros. Nigeria won the encounter 5-0 at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, completing a 7-0 aggregate victory to progress to the next round.

Ajibade’s club, Paris Saint-Germain Féminine, reportedly confirmed the injury in a medical update ahead of their league meeting with Lyon. Her impending operation is expected to determine the next steps in her treatment and rehabilitation.

The injury represents a setback for Nigeria as the Super Falcons prepare for their next qualifying assignment against Morocco next year. The team will be hoping to secure a place at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.

No definitive return date has been announced, with Ajibade’s recovery timeline expected to depend on the outcome of the surgery and her progress during rehabilitation.

The 26-year-old has been an influential figure for Nigeria, providing leadership, attacking quality and valuable international experience. Her absence could leave the Super Falcons with an important gap to fill as they continue their Olympic qualification campaign.

At club level, the injury also presents a challenge for PSG Féminine, who will have to assess their options while the Nigerian captain focuses on her recovery.