Chiamaka Nnadozie has been included in the WhoScored.com Women’s Super League Team of the Season, and honestly it is a selection that nobody should argue with.

The Nigeria international has been one of the genuine revelations of the 2025/26 WSL campaign, arriving from Paris FC last summer with a reputation and proceeding to back it up every single week.

The 25-year-old kept six clean sheets across 19 league appearances as Brighton finished seventh, prevented an average of 3.7 goals per game, made 44 saves from inside the box and 18 from outside the area. Those are the numbers of a goalkeeper who kept her team in matches they had no right to be in, and Brighton’s final league position would look considerably worse without her.

A Team of the Season Dominated by Champions

Manchester City’s WSL title win is reflected heavily in the overall XI, with six of their players making the cut. Kerstin Casparij, Alex Greenwood, Vivianne Miedema, Kerolin, Lauren Hemp and Khadija Shaw all feature, which is a fair representation of just how dominant City were across the campaign.

Arsenal contribute two players, while Brighton, Chelsea and Aston Villa each have one representative. Nnadozie’s inclusion alongside that level of company tells you exactly where she stands right now in the WSL.

Now for Wembley

The timing of this recognition could not be better. Nnadozie heads into the Women’s FA Cup final against Manchester City at Wembley on May 31 with momentum, confidence and form behind her. Brighton reaching the final is a story in itself, and the Super Falcons goalkeeper will be central to any upset.

Nigeria Has a World Class Goalkeeper

The Super Falcons should feel genuinely excited about what Nnadozie is becoming. She is no longer a prospect. She is one of the best goalkeepers in the best women’s league in the world.

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The experienced forward has praised the ambition of the club following the announcement of a dedicated new home for the women’s team.

A Massive Statement

Fran Kirby has expressed her excitement regarding the recent announcement that Brighton and Hove Albion will construct a bespoke stadium for their women’s team.

The new ground is slated to open by the 2030 to 2031 season and marks a significant leap forward for the entire club. The forward highlighted that having facilities designed specifically for female athletes is an incredible show of ambition. Kirby told Hayters that seeing the plans come to life is a very big statement from the club hierarchy.

Moving In The Right Direction

The veteran attacker joined the Seagulls in the summer of 2024 and has already seen the team achieve their highest ever league finish. She noted that professional players want to feel part of an organization that actively pushes the sport forward rather than standing still.

Kirby further emphasized that anyone observing the club can see they are consistently moving in the right direction. The project is expected to cost up to £80m and will sit adjacent to the American Express Stadium to create a unified football hub.

Backing The Vision

The unwavering commitment from chairman Tony Bloom has been absolutely instrumental in driving this ambitious project forward over the recent months. Bloom has openly stated his immense desire for the women’s squad to secure top four finishes and eventually break into European competitions.

Kirby firmly believes that having this new infrastructure in place will be absolutely crucial in helping the team achieve those lofty goals. This dedicated approach should also allow the club to attract elite talent in the coming years.

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Brighton and Hove Albion have revealed ambitious plans to construct a brand new stadium dedicated entirely to their women’s team, becoming the first club in Europe to pursue such a project.

The ground will cost between £75m and £80m and is targeted to open for the start of the 2030/31 season.

A New Home Right Next to the Amex

The proposed stadium will be built at Bennett’s Field, a plot of land sitting directly alongside the Amex Stadium where Brighton’s Premier League side play. An initial capacity of 10,000 is planned, with the two grounds connected via a bridge walkway.

Owner Tony Bloom confirmed no outside investment is currently being sought to fund the development, with a planning application now in progress.

Built With Women’s Football at Its Core

The facility has been designed with female players and supporters specifically in mind. Changing rooms, recovery spaces and pitch standards will all meet elite requirements, while the matchday experience will prioritise families and first-time visitors.

Breastfeeding rooms, baby changing facilities, buggy parks, and social concourse spaces are all part of the blueprint. Manager Dario Vidosic welcomed the announcement, stating that an environment built for the women’s game would raise standards and send a message to players worldwide about the club’s long term ambitions.

Why Not Simply Move Into the Amex?

Brighton currently use Crawley Town’s Broadfield Stadium for the majority of their WSL fixtures, around 20 miles from the Amex. The men’s ground was ruled out as a permanent option due to planned expansion taking its capacity up to 33,000, which Brighton feel is far too large for the current stage of the women’s game. The club average just over 3,000 spectators per WSL match this season, making a 10,000 capacity venue the right fit for now.

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