Nigerian goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie has been in inspired form at the FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia, with her performances drawing praise from all corners.
The 22-year-old has been a key figure in the Super Falcons’ strong start to the tournament, keeping a clean sheet in their opening game against Cameroon and making a number of key saves.
In their match against Canada, Nnadozie saved a penalty from Christine Sinclair, who is the all-time leading scorer in women’s international football. The save was crucial in helping Nigeria secure a 0-0 draw.
Nnadozie’s performances have been so impressive that she has been named in the FIFA Team of the Week for the first two rounds of the tournament.
Her coach, Randy Waldrum, has been full of praise for the young goalkeeper, saying that she is “one of the best in the world.”
Nnadozie’s performances have also caught the attention of her Nigeria international teammate Uchenna Kanu, who says that she is “special” and “one of the best shot-stoppers in the world.
Nnadozie is still relatively young, but she has already established herself as one of the best goalkeepers in the world. If she continues to perform at her current level, she could go on to achieve great things.
- She is so talented,” French legend Sandrine Soubeyrand, head coach at Paris FC, told ESPN. She is one of the main reasons why we finished third in the league last season and qualified for the Champions League.
- “She’s a special goalkeeper and I’m glad I got to play with her,” Kanu told PUNCH Sports Extra. “Chiamaka is like one of the best goalkeepers in the world. She’s special. I believe so much in her and I know the team trusts her as well.”
What’s next for Nnadozie?
Nnadozie is still under contract with Paris FC, but she is sure to attract interest from top clubs around the world after her performances at the World Cup.
She is also a key part of the Nigeria national team, and she will be hoping to help them win the World Cup for the first time in their history.
With her talent and determination, Nnadozie has the potential to achieve great things in the years to come.
