Ashleigh Plumptre
Nigerian association football player
Ashleigh Plumptre: profile
Ashleigh Plumptre (born 8 May 1998 in Leicester, United Kingdom) is a Nigerian footballer who plays as a defender for Al Ittihad FC.
Plumptre's senior club career began in 2014 at Notts County Women F.C.. She has played for 4 clubs in 3 countries since 2014. Her most appearances came at Leicester City W.F.C. (2020–2023), where she made 62 appearances and scored 3 goals. Across all recorded club spells she totals 66 appearances and 3 goals.
At international level, Plumptre has represented Nigeria (women) (2022–present), earning 11 caps and scoring 0 goals.
Nationality explained: Why does Ashleigh Plumptre play for Nigeria?
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2022 (aged about 24)
- Club career
- 2014–present (13 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 3: United Kingdom, United States and Saudi Arabia
- Club goals per game
- 0.05 (3 in 66)
- Height
- 180 cm — taller than 48% of Nigerian internationals on record
- Latest move
- Al Ittihad FC (2023)
- Shares a birthday with
- Yasser Ibrahim, Onome Ebi and Olarenwaju Kayode (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014–2015 |  Notts County Women F.C. |
4 | 0 | |
| 2016–2019 |  USC Trojans women's soccer |
– | – | |
| 2020–2023 | Leicester City W.F.C. |
Women's Super League | 62 | 3 |
| 2023– |  Al Ittihad FC |
Saudi Pro League | 0 | – |
| Total | 66 | 3 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022– |  Nigeria (women) |
Senior women's | 11 | 0 |
Frequently asked questions
How old is Ashleigh Plumptre?
Ashleigh Plumptre was born on 8 May 1998, which makes her 28 years old.
Where was Ashleigh Plumptre born?
Ashleigh Plumptre was born in Leicester, United Kingdom.
Which national team does Ashleigh Plumptre play for?
Ashleigh Plumptre plays international football for Nigeria (women). She has 11 caps and 0 goals on record.
Which clubs has Ashleigh Plumptre played for?
Ashleigh Plumptre's recorded clubs are Notts County Women F.C., USC Trojans women's soccer, Leicester City W.F.C. and Al Ittihad FC.
What team does Ashleigh Plumptre play for now?
According to the latest data, Ashleigh Plumptre plays for Al Ittihad FC.
How tall is Ashleigh Plumptre?
Ashleigh Plumptre is 180 cm (5 ft 11 in) tall.
What position does Ashleigh Plumptre play?
Ashleigh Plumptre plays as a defender.
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