Super Falcons defender Michelle Alozie has achieved a major milestone as the sole Nigerian finalist for the prestigious 2025 FIFPRO Women’s World 11. The Houston Dash star earned her nomination through standout performances in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL).
During the current NWSL season, Alozie made 18 appearances and scored one goal. Her defensive contributions proved crucial despite modest scoring statistics. The versatile defender demonstrated exceptional work rate and leadership throughout the campaign.
Among Football’s Elite
Alozie joins football royalty in the nominations list. She stands alongside Spanish icons Aitana Bonmati and Alexia Putellas. England’s goalkeeper Mary Earps also features among the elite nominees.
Full Nominees List
Goalkeepers
- Ann-Katrin Berger (Gotham, Germany)
- Mary Earps (Paris Saint-Germain, England)
- Hannah Hampton (Chelsea, England)
Defenders
- Michelle Alozie (Houston Dash, Nigeria)
- Ona Batlle (Barcelona, Spain)
- Millie Bright (Chelsea, England)
- Lucy Bronze (Chelsea, England)
- Olga Carmona (Real Madrid / Paris Saint-Germain, Spain)
- Ellie Carpenter (OL Lyonnes / Chelsea, Australia)
- Alex Greenwood (Manchester City, England)
- Leah Williamson (Arsenal, England)
Midfielders
- Aitana Bonmati (Barcelona, Spain)
- Ghizlane Chebbak (Badalona / Al Hilal, Morocco)
- Debinha (Kansas City Current, Brazil)
- Patricia Guijarro (Barcelona, Spain)
- Vicky Lopez (Barcelona, Spain)
- Alexia Putellas (Barcelona, Spain)
- Ella Toone (Manchester United, England)
- Keira Walsh (Barcelona / Chelsea, England)
Forwards
- Michelle Agyemang (Arsenal / Brighton & Hove Albion, England)
- Barbra Banda (Orlando Pride, Zambia)
- Linda Caicedo (Real Madrid, Colombia)
- Athenea del Castillo (Real Madrid, Spain)
- Chloe Kelly (Manchester City / Arsenal, England)
- Marta (Orlando Pride, Brazil)
- Alessia Russo (Arsenal, England)
This nomination highlights Alozie’s growing influence in global women’s football. Her inclusion celebrates Nigerian talent on the world stage.
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