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Nnadozie says her Ballon d’Or nomination is a miracle as the first Nigerian and African
Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie has described her nomination for the 2025 Women’s Ballon d’Or as nothing short of a miracle.
At just 24, she becomes the first African female goalkeeper to earn a spot on the shortlist for the prestigious award, a recognition that crowns her outstanding performances for both club and country.
Nnadozie played a key role in Paris FC’s triumph in the Coupe de France Féminine before departing the club in May. She then went on to shine for Nigeria, helping the Super Falcons clinch their record 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title in Morocco, where she was also named the tournament’s best goalkeeper.
Reflecting on the honour, Nnadozie told BBC Sport that the nomination is proof that her hard work and dedication over the years have truly paid off.
Head coach of Atletico Madrid, Diego Simeone, speaks on team defense and called out a player who needs to toughen up. He shared that Ademola Lookman needs to work on defense.
“Ademola Lookman arrived with great enthusiasm and desire to keep growing. We need him to add defensive work to what he already gives us offensively, because he has that ability,” he then added.
“He’s shown it with the Nigeria national team, and we need him in that role.”
Former football legend Paul Merson states that Mohammad Salah is the greatest winger of all time.
While also praising Bukayo Saka for being the winger in form right now.
When asked in a recent interview, he stated “For the best right now, it’s probably [Bukayo] Saka for his all-around game. I will go Salah, because the numbers he’s put up are ridiculous.”
Former player Paul Merson shares his predictions on this weekend’s Premier League games.
He shared Leeds United vs Manchester City – Prediction: Leeds 1-1 Manchester City.
Manchester United vs Crystal Palace – Prediction: Manchester United 3-0 Crystal Palace.
Arsenal vs Chelsea – Prediction: Arsenal 1-0 Chelsea.
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