Chiamaka Nnadozie, Nigeria’s Super Falcons goalkeeper, has earned a spot on the 2025 IFFHS Women’s World Best Goalkeeper shortlist. She is the only African among ten nominees.
Global Competition
The 24-year-old, now with Brighton & Hove Albion in the Women’s Super League, faces top talent:
- Ann-Katrin Berger (Germany/Gotham FC)
- Cata Coll (Spain/Barcelona)
- Hannah Hampton (England/Chelsea)
- Christiane Endler (Chile/Lyon)
Others include:
- Daphne van Domselaar (Netherlands/Arsenal)
- Katharine Tapia (Colombia/Palmeiras)
- Lorena Leite (Brazil/Kansas Current)
- Phallon Tullis-Joyce (USA/Manchester United)
- Jennifer Falk (Sweden/Häcken)
About the Award
The IFFHS, founded in 1987, honors football excellence yearly. Votes come from journalists and experts in over 120 countries. Winners announced in December.
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Nnadozie’s Stellar Year
Since joining Brighton, Nnadozie has shone:
- Nominated for October WSL Save of the Month after a stunning stop vs. Tottenham
- Won Best Goalkeeper at 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations
- First African in Women’s Yachine Trophy (finished 4th)
- Tipped for 3rd straight CAF Goalkeeper of the Year
Historic Opportunity
A win would make Nnadozie the first African woman to claim the IFFHS award. It would cap a breakthrough year.
Why She Stands Out
- Consistency in high-pressure games
- Leadership for Nigeria
- Growth in Europe’s toughest league
What’s Next?
Results drop in December. Fans await if Nnadozie will add global gold to her collection.
Will Nnadozie make history? Let’s know in the comments!
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