Nigeria’s Chiamaka Nnadozie continues to redefine excellence in women’s football as she secures a nomination for the 2025 Yachine Trophy, the prestigious Ballon d’Or award for the world’s best female goalkeeper.
At just 24, Nnadozie has amassed a portfolio of achievements that reflect her unrelenting pursuit of greatness. Her recent transfer from Paris FC to Brighton Women FC comes on the heels of a season that saw her break barriers and deliver match-winning performances on some of the sport’s biggest stages.
Her standout moment came in the Coupe de France Féminine final against PSG, where her composure and shot-stopping abilities ensured Paris FC’s 5-4 penalty shootout win after a nail-biting 0-0 draw.
Beyond club accolades, Nnadozie was instrumental in guiding Nigeria to yet another Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) triumph in 2024. The Super Falcons, inspired by her commanding presence in goal, overcame hosts Morocco to lift their 10th title — an unprecedented feat on the continent.
She was deservedly awarded the Best Goalkeeper prize at the tournament and named in the Team of the Tournament, underscoring her elite status.
Now, she finds herself in the esteemed company of top goalkeepers such as Ann-Katrin Berger, Cata Coll, Hannah Hampton, and Daphne van Domselaar, all nominated for the 2025 Yachine Trophy.
Nnadozie’s nomination is not just a win for her, but a bold statement about the rising influence of African talent on the global football landscape.