Super Falcons head coach, Justine Madugu, has been nominated for the 2025 Ballon d’Or Women’s Team Coach of the Year award, placing him among the world’s top tacticians in women’s football.
The prestigious nomination, announced on Thursday, recognises Madugu’s exceptional leadership and strategic brilliance, particularly his role in guiding Nigeria’s women’s national team to continental glory at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).
This global honour celebrates coaches who have demonstrated excellence in team management, tactical execution, and motivational prowess on the international stage.
Madugu’s recognition is part of a growing wave of international acclaim for Nigerian football, with several Super Falcons players and officials earning global nominations and awards in recent months.
His inclusion on the Ballon d’Or shortlist not only marks a personal milestone but also reaffirms Nigeria’s status as a dominant force in African women’s football.
As the Super Falcons continue to shine on the global stage, Madugu’s nomination stands as a testament to the team’s success and the depth of coaching talent emerging from Nigeria.
