Francisca Ordega is the latest Nigerian in Saudi Arabia after joining Super Falcons teammate Ashleigh Plumptre at Al-Ittihad Ladies.
Nigeria and Super Falcons star Francisca Ordega has officially joined Al-Ittihad Ladies FC in the Saudi Women’s League.
Pulse Sports Nigeria reports that the Nigerian has swapped Russia for Saudi Arabia in a big move in her football career.
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Super Falcons star Ashleigh Plumptre knocked out of Women’s Cup, captains Al-Ittihad to 2-3 loss against Al-Nassr.
The 31-year-old forward recently left CSKA Moscow and has signed a two-year contract that will keep her at the club until the summer of 2027.
This transfer reunites her with fellow Super Falcons teammate Ashleigh Plumptre, who is already part of the Al-Ittihad squad.
Francisca Ordega kisses the Al-Ittihad badge.
The announcement was made by the club’s CEO, Mr Domingos Oliveira, who emphasised that Ordega’s signing aligns with Al-Ittihad’s strategy to enhance their women’s team with top-tier talent.
He expressed optimism about her contribution to the team’s success in upcoming competitions and extended best wishes for her and her new teammates as they aim for victories that will delight their fans.
Ordega joins Ashleigh Plumptre | Instagram
Ordega’s move to Saudi Arabia adds to the growing presence of Nigerian footballers in international leagues, reinforcing the country’s reputation in women’s football.
She becomes the latest to move to the Middle-east giants where the like of Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong, Odion Ighalo, Henry Onyekuru and Savior Godwin are already making their respective marks.
Francisca Ordega has signed a two-year at Al-Ittihad.
The forward expressed her happiness following her unveiling ceremony on Thursday and cannot wait to get started.
“I am happy to join this team,” she stated in a video posted by the club on their social media accounts.
“The team is full of dreams, i am excited to me here,” she added.
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