CAF Awards 2025: Nigerian Stars Battle African Giants for Glory

According to a report by The Vanguard on Friday, October 17, 2025, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has unveiled the nominees for the 2025 CAF Awards, celebrating exceptional talent across African football.

Set to take place later this year, the awards honor outstanding players, coaches, clubs, and national teams in men’s and women’s categories, showcasing a mix of seasoned stars and rising talents.

Nigerian players dominate the women’s nominations, with Rasheedat Ajibade, Chiamaka Nnadozie, and Esther Okoronkwo leading the charge for Women’s Player of the Year.

They face stiff competition from talents like Tabitha Chawinga, Barba Banda, and Racheal Kundananji. Nigerian clubs and coaches also shine, reflecting the nation’s strong influence in African football.Women’s Player of the Year Nominees:

Portia Boakye, Tabitha Chawinga, Temwa Chawinga, Ghizlane Chebbak, Mama Diop, Rasheedat Ajibade, Esther Okoronkwo, Sanaa Mssoudy, Barba Banda, Racheal Kundananji.Women’s Club of the Year:

Gaborone United, ASEC Mimosas, TP Mazembe, USFAS Bamako, ASFAR, DE Agosto, Mamelodi Sundowns, Bayelsa Queens FC, Aigles De La Medina, JKT Queens.Women’s National Team of the Year:

Cameroon U17, Ghana, Ivory Coast U17, Mali, Morocco, Nigeria U17, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia U17.Women’s Young Player of the Year:

Habiba Essam, Habiba Sabry, Stella Nyamekye, Doha El Madani, Winfrida Gerald, Ester Maseke Marwa, Adji Ndiaye, Shakirat Moshood, Mercy Chipasula, Ruth Mukoma.Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year:

Chloe N’Gazi, Sedilame Boseja, Fideline Ngoy, Habiba Emad, Chiamaka Nnadozie, Khadija Er-Rmichi, Fatoumata Karentao, Cynthia Konlan, Adji Ndiaye, Andile Dlamini.Coach of the Year (Women):

Adelaide Koudougnon, Siaka Gigi Traore, Lamia Boumehdi, Genoveva Anonman, Justine Madugu, Bankole Olowookere, Jorge Vilda, Kim Bjorkegren, Desiree Ellis, Carol Kanyemba.

COURTESY: Globalpen