Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie has earned global recognition after being ranked the fourth-best goalkeeper in the world at the 2025 Ballon d’Or awards held in Paris.
England and Chelsea goalkeeper Hannah Hampton made history on Monday night by winning the inaugural Women’s Yashin Trophy, following an outstanding year in which she played a key role in the Lionesses’ Euro 2025 triumph and Chelsea’s domestic treble.
Nnadozie, widely regarded as one of Africa’s finest shot-stoppers, was placed among the top five in the final ranking released by the organisers. Spain’s Cata Coll secured third place, while Germany’s Ann-Katrin Berger came second, with Hampton taking the top honour.
The Nigerian star, who plays her club football with Paris FC in France, continues to earn recognition on the global stage. She first rose to international prominence at the 2023 Women’s World Cup, where she won Player of the Match in Nigeria’s shock victory over Australia.
For Hampton, the award capped a remarkable season in which she kept 13 clean sheets in the Women’s Super League, shared the Golden Glove, and played a central role in Chelsea’s success before leading England to European glory.
