'Nothing is impossible' Super Falcons goalkeeper Nnadozie inspires youths with Olympics dream

'Nothing is impossible' Super Falcons goalkeeper Nnadozie inspires youths with Olympics dream

Hassan Abdulsalam 06:41 - 04.08.2024

Chiamaka Nnadozie has admonished the youths never to give up on their dreams.

Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie, has shared her inspiring journey from the streets of Akwakuma, Owerri, to the Olympic stage.

The 23-year-old, who represented Nigeria at the Paris 2024 Olympics, took to Instagram to encourage young people to pursue their dreams.

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"A girl from Orlu who grew up in the street of Aakwakuma, Owerri became an Olympian. Boys, girls from the street, ghetto, listen, nothing is impossible. I give god all the glory," Nnadozie wrote.

Chiamaka Nnadozie is racking up the clean sheet and penalty records this season for Paris FC.
Chiamaka Nnadozie for Paris FC. (Photo Credit: Nnadozie/X)

The Paris FC shot-stopper's football career began in 2016 with Rivers Angels, where she excelled before moving to France in 2020.

Her performances earned her numerous accolades, including the CAF Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year, Nigeria Women’s Football League title, and African Games gold medal.

Chiamaka Nnadozie is the reigning African GOTY.

Nnadozie has consistently represented Nigeria at various youth levels before graduating to the Super Falcons. With 22 appearances for the senior team since 2018, she has established herself as one of Africa's top goalkeepers.

Super Falcons secure spot at 2024 WAFCON

Meanwhile, the Super Falcons have qualified for the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) as the eleven-time African champions secured their spot following a dominant 7-1 aggregate victory over Cape Verde in the final round of qualifiers.

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The Falcons clinched the qualification with a 2-1 win in the second leg despite falling behind early. Esther Okoronkwo and Rasheedat Ajibade scored crucial goals to secure the victory. This win adds to their impressive 5-0 victory in the first leg.

Nigeria has maintained its perfect record of participating in every WAFCON since its inception in 1991.

The 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations is scheduled to be hosted by Morocco.

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