Nigerian goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie has been named among the final five nominees for the prestigious 2024 CAF Women’s Player of the Year award.
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) announced the shortlist on Wednesday night, December 4. Nnadozie is the only Nigerian among the finalists, as fellow compatriot Rasheedat Ajibade missed out despite being included in the initial 10-player list.
Joining Nnadozie in the top five are Tabitha Chawinga, Temwa Chawinga, Barbara Banda, and Sanaâ Mssoudy.
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This year’s award will see a new winner for the first time since 2018, breaking Asisat Oshoala’s dominance. The Super Falcons star had claimed the accolade six times, including the last three consecutive editions.
Other Nominations
Nnadozie also secured a spot among the finalists for the Goalkeeper of the Year award, which she won in 2023.
In addition, Falconets’ Chiamaka Okuchukwu was listed as a contender for the Best Young Player prize.
For the Coach of the Year category, Falconets’ Chris Danjuma made the final cut, edging out compatriots Bankole Olowookere of the Flamingos and Moses Adukwu of Edo Queens, who were part of the initial nominees.
The Super Falcons are in the running for the National Team of the Year award, while Edo Queens have been nominated for Club of the Year.
These nominations highlight the continued excellence of Nigerian football on the continental stage.