CAF Awards 2023 Unveils Electrifying Final Shortlist For Women’s Football Royalty

A dazzling spectacle awaits as the anticipation mounts for the 2023 CAF Women’s Player of the Year award. Super Falcons’ powerhouses Asisat Oshoala and Chiamaka Nnadozie emerge as titans among the elite finalists.

Joining this prestigious duo are luminaries Thembi Kgatlana, Andile Dlamini, Ajara Nchout Njoya, and Hilda Magaia, igniting a fiery competition. The stage is further adorned by Moroccan sensations Anissa Lahmari, Fatima Tagnaout, Ghizlaine Chebbak, and Zambia’s Barbara Sanda, adding an international flair to this monumental event.

Oshoala, already a record holder with five crowns, eyes an unprecedented seventh triumph, aiming to etch her name deeper into footballing lore. Her pursuit of greatness from Barcelona Femeni resonates across the sporting world.

Meanwhile, Paris FC’s stalwart Nnadozie stands tall among the custodians, vying for the Goalkeeper of the Year accolade, a testament to her unwavering prowess between the posts.

Esther Ajakaye and Deborah Abiodun’s inclusion in the Young Player of the Year shortlist heralds the rise of new talent, promising a fresh wave of brilliance in women’s football.

The Super Falcons’ relentless prowess positions them as contenders for the coveted Team of the Year accolade, while Randy Waldrum’s masterful guidance propels him into contention for Coach of the Year.

Mark your calendars for the grand celebration set to unfold on Monday, 11 December 2023, at the opulent Palais des Congrès, Movenpick, Marrakech, Morocco. The Awards Gala promises an evening of glamour, honor, and the celebration of women’s footballing brilliance on a global stage!