Nigeria’s Super Falcons shot-stopper Chiamaka Nnadozie has sealed a major career move to Brighton & Hove Albion.
The Women’s Super League (WSL) club confirmed that the 24-year-old Nigerian will officially join their ranks on July 1, once her contract with French giants Paris FC concludes.
Brighton head coach Dario Vidosic expressed delight at the signing, describing Nnadozie as a “commanding and talented” goalkeeper. According to him, her wealth of top-level experience, including Champions League outings, will inject confidence and depth into a squad already brimming with ambition. He stated that her arrival aligns with the club’s vision of building a competitive side for the upcoming season.
“It feels so great. I’m really excited to join this great club,” she said during her first official interview at the club.
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Nnadozie began her European adventure in January 2020 with Paris FC, where she quickly established herself as a top-tier performer. Over four seasons, she amassed 118 appearances across all competitions.
Notably, she delivered a heroic display in the 2025 Coupe de France Féminine final where she saved two penalties to secure a dramatic victory over Paris Saint-Germain.
Her performances didn’t go unnoticed. Between 2022 and 2025, Nnadozie featured 16 times in the UEFA Women’s Champions League. Moreover, her remarkable consistency earned her a string of individual accolades in 2024. They include the UNFP Division 1 Féminine Goalkeeper of the Season — making her the first African ever to win the prestigious honour.
Brighton secure a proven winner as Nnadozie eyes WSL glory
In addition to the UNFP award, she also scooped the D1 Arkema Best Goalkeeper prize. These milestones build on her earlier success in 2019, when she was named IFFHS Africa’s Best Woman Goalkeeper.
Nnadozie further stated: “Right from the beginning, when I heard the name of this great club, I was so interested and I’m happy to be here today. I want to win trophies. I want to win games. Most importantly, to help the team achieve great things.”
As she prepares to embark on her new journey in England, Nnadozie brings not only a winning mentality but also a wealth of international and continental experience. Brighton fans will be eager to see how her arrival transforms their defensive setup in the highly competitive WSL.
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