football news Nigeria : Super Falcons coach, goalkeeper listed for Ballon d’Or Award
Chiamaka Nnadozie 16 And Asisat Oshoala 8
Super Falcons coach Justine Madugu and goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie have been nominated for the 2025 Ballon d’Or Johan Cruyff Trophy and Yachine Trophy, respectively.
The Johan Cruyff award honours the most outstanding coach in women’s football globally, while the Yachine Trophy is to recognise the world’s best women’s goalkeeper.
Madugu earned this prestigious nomination following his historic triumph at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), where he led the Super Falcons to their 10th continental title in sensational fashion.
In the final held in July in Rabat, Morocco, the Super Falcons mounted a dramatic comeback from two goals down to defeat the host nation 3-2, sealing a memorable and emotional victory for Nigeria.
Under Madugu’s...