Chiamaka Nnadozie’s Journey to the 2025 FIFA Women’s Goalkeeper Award
Chiamaka Nnadozie, the Nigerian goalkeeper for the Super Falcons, has been shortlisted for the prestigious 2025 The Best FIFA Women’s Goalkeeper Award. This recognition marks another significant achievement in what has been an exceptional year for the Nigerian No. 1.
FIFA officially announced the start of the global voting process for The Best FIFA Football Awards 2025 on Thursday. Fans worldwide can now participate in selecting the standout players, coaches, and goalkeepers of the year through the official FIFA app.
Nnadozie is among an elite group of goalkeeping talent, including Ann-Katrin Berger (Germany), Cata Coll (Spain), Christiane Endler (Chile), Hannah Hampton (England), Anna Moorhouse (England), and Phallon Tullis-Joyce (USA). This competition highlights the high level of skill and dedication required to be considered for world football’s top goalkeeping honor.
Her nomination stems from a remarkable 2024/25 campaign in France, where she played a pivotal role in Paris FC’s historic victory in the Coupe de France Féminine. This was their first major title in two decades. Her leadership and presence between the sticks were crucial to this unforgettable journey.
Nnadozie’s impact also extended to international duty. She was instrumental in Nigeria’s record-extending 10th WAFCON title earlier this year in Morocco. She was named Goalkeeper of the Tournament after recording four clean sheets in six matches and conceding only two goals from open play, both in a dramatic final that the Super Falcons overturned to win 3-2.
Her club performances have not gone unnoticed. After helping Paris FC reach the French league playoffs, she secured a move to Brighton & Hove Albion Women in England, where she has continued to demonstrate her consistency at the highest level.
Nnadozie’s excellence has been acknowledged globally. Earlier this year, she was nominated for the 2025 Women’s Yachine Trophy at the Ballon d’Or ceremony, finishing in an impressive fourth place. This achievement reinforces her status as one of football’s most influential modern shot-stoppers.
At just 24 years old, Nnadozie is also in contention for a third CAF Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year award at the upcoming CAF Awards. Winning this accolade would solidify her dominance on the continent.
Voting for The Best FIFA Awards closes on November 28, with winners set to be announced at a gala event early in 2026.
With her combination of charisma, command, and competitive spirit, Chiamaka Nnadozie continues to elevate the global reputation of Nigerian goalkeepers. Her story is still unfolding, and the world is watching.