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The Digest:

The Confederation of African Football has released the complete nomination list for the 2025 CAF Awards, with Nigerian players, coaches, and clubs featuring prominently across women's football categories. The nominations highlight Nigeria's continued impact on continental football ahead of this year's awards ceremony.

Key Points:
  • Women’s Player of the Year: Rasheedat Ajibade, Esther Okoronkwo
  • Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year: Chiamaka Nnadozie
  • Women’s Young Player: Shakirat Moshood
  • Women’s Club of the Year: Bayelsa Queens FC
  • Women’s National Team: Nigeria, Nigeria U17
  • Coach of the Year: Justine Madugu, Bankole Olowookere
The extensive Nigerian presence across categories underscores the country's football development programs and growing influence in African women's football.

Sources: Vanguard News