Chiamaka Nnadozie, the talented Nigerian goalkeeper, has made history by becoming the first African—and notably, the first Nigerian—to win the prestigious D1 Arkema Goalkeeper of the Year award in the French women’s league. Her remarkable achievements have solidified her position as one of the finest goalkeepers globally.
Throughout the season, Nnadozie showcased her exceptional skills, particularly in saving penalties. She thwarted a total of seven penalties, the highest number in Europe. Her impressive shot-to-save ratio of 70.1% ranks her second in the French league. Notably, she contributed significantly to her club, Paris FC, securing a Championship play-off spot. Paris FC currently stands third in the league, trailing behind local rivals Paris Saint-Germain and league leaders Olympique Lyonnais.
The accolade adds to Nnadozie’s growing list of achievements. Earlier, she clinched the Bruno Martini Award for Goalkeeping Revelation of the Season in the 2021/22 campaign. Now, she has triumphed over tough competition from Lyon’s Christiane Endler and PSG’s Katarzyna Kiedrzynek to claim the D1 Arkema Goalkeeper of the Year title. In her social media post, she expressed gratitude to her teammates, coaches, family, and fans for their unwavering support.
Nnadozie’s journey continues as she prepares to represent the Super Falcons in the upcoming 2024 Olympics tournament in Paris. Her remarkable achievements inspire not only her fellow Nigerians but also football enthusiasts worldwide.