CAF Unveils 2025 Women’s Awards Nominees, Spotlighting African Soccer Stars

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially announced the nominees for the 2025 CAF Women’s Awards, celebrating Africa’s finest female football talents, coaches, and teams.

Nigeria leads the nominations list with several standout contenders, including Rasheedat Ajibade and Esther Okoronkwo, both shortlisted for the prestigious Player of the Year (Women) award following their impressive performances at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).

Super Falcons’ goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie also earned a nod for Goalkeeper of the Year, cementing her reputation as one of Africa’s top shot-stoppers.

In the coaching categories, Justin Madugu, head coach of the Super Falcons, and Bankole Olowookere, coach of the U-17 women’s team (the Flamingos), were both nominated for Women’s Coach of the Year.

Nigeria’s dominance continues with both the Super Falcons and the Flamingos nominated for National Team of the Year, showcasing the nation’s growing depth in women’s football.

Other notable contenders include Ghana’s Portia Boakye, Malawi’s Chawinga sisters (Tabitha and Temwa), and South Africa’s Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies, who were nominated for Club of the Year after another stellar season on the continent.

The CAF Women’s Awards 2025 ceremony will be held in December in Rabat, Morocco, where Africa’s best female footballers and coaches will be honored for their achievements.

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