Nigeria’s Chiamaka Nnadozie Nominated for 2025 IFFHS Women’s Best Goalkeeper Award
Super Falcons star Chiamaka Nnadozie has continued to raise Nigeria’s flag high on the global stage as she earns a nomination for the 2025 International Federation of Football History and Statistics (IFFHS) Women’s Best Goalkeeper Award, according to TalkTalk Nigeria.
At just 24 years old, Nnadozie has proven herself to be one of the finest goalkeepers in women’s football. Her commanding performances for both Paris FC and Nigeria’s Super Falcons have earned her international recognition and admiration.
Earlier this year, Nnadozie played a pivotal role in helping Paris FC clinch the Coupe de France Féminine, and she followed that up with another stunning campaign at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco — where Nigeria lifted their record-extending 10th title.
Her efforts didn’t go unnoticed as she was crowned Goalkeeper of the Tournament, a testament to her consistency, bravery, and leadership between the posts.
Adding to her achievements, Nnadozie made history by finishing fourth in the 2025 Yachine Trophy, becoming the first African and Nigerian goalkeeper ever to reach that height.
The winner of the IFFHS Women’s Best Goalkeeper Award will be announced in December 2025.
💭 Opinion: Chiamaka Nnadozie — A Symbol of African Excellence in Global Football
Chiamaka Nnadozie isn’t just Nigeria’s number one — she’s a continental treasure and a global inspiration. Her journey from playing in Nigeria’s domestic league to becoming a household name in Europe is proof that African women’s football is no longer in the shadows.
In a sport that often celebrates outfield players, Nnadozie has forced the world to look between the posts — and see a star. Her commanding presence, vocal leadership, and fearless saves have redefined what it means to be a goalkeeper from Africa.
Beyond her gloves, Nnadozie represents resilience, discipline, and excellence. She’s showing young African girls that they can dream beyond local boundaries — that their talent can speak the universal language of football.
✨ Final Thought:
Whether she wins or not, Chiamaka Nnadozie has already made history. Her name now sits proudly among the best in the world — and that alone is a victory worth celebrating.
