FIFA announced the shortlist for The Best FIFA Women’s Goalkeeper Award for the year 2025. Among the seven most outstanding nominees was Chiamaka Nnadozie. In addition, she will have to contend with Ann Katrin Berger of Germany, Cata Coll from Spain, Christiane Endler from Chile, Hannah Hampton from England, Anna Moorhouse from England and Phallon Tullis Joyce from the USA.
Besides, fans vote through the official FIFA app until November 28. Also, early next year, the awards ceremony will take place.
Background And Career Meanwhile
The 24 year old is from Nigeria and plays for the national side, the Super Falcons. Next, she recently signed a four-year contract at Brighton & Hove Albion in the Women’s Super League in England. Until 2020, she played for Paris FC.
Moreover, she was the first African to win the title of UNFP Division 1 Féminine Goalkeeper of the Season in the year 2024. Her skills therefore became a global attention grabber.
Key Achievements Moreover
Nnadozie helped Paris FC win the Coupe de France Féminine after a two decade long wait for their first title. She then led Nigeria in their 10th WAFCON victory, which took place in Morocco. Meanwhile, she won Goalkeeper of the Tournament accolades, having kept four clean sheets in six matches.
Furthermore, she has been nominated for the 2025 Women’s Yashin Trophy at the Ballon d’Or, where she was ranked fourth. For now, she targets the third CAF Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year award.
Impact and Future Thus Hence
This nomination represents her rising profile in women’s football. Next, experts will praise her agility, shot-stopping, and leadership. At last, Nnadozie’s journey inspires young African players. Therefore, her journey should convince many that hard work pays off within the global arenas.
