Chiamaka Nnadozie is set to guard the posts for Paris FC in Saturday’s Coupe de France Féminine final against Paris Saint-Germain, with the Nigerian international aiming to claim her first European title.
The match, taking place at the Stade de l’Épopée in Calais, marks the first time two Parisian clubs will face each other in the final of the prestigious domestic competition.
Nnadozie, a standout performer for the Super Falcons and one of Paris FC’s key figures this season, is expected to start after recovering from a recent injury scare.
The 24-year-old shot-stopper had been sidelined briefly after picking up a knock during the club’s league clash with Fleury 91 last weekend.
However, after undergoing medical checks, she has been declared fit and ready to feature in one of the most important matches of her career so far.
Despite featuring in just two matches en route to the final, Nnadozie’s commanding presence and shot-stopping abilities have helped reinforce Paris FC’s defensive line.
Her determination and leadership have been instrumental in the team’s campaign, and her sights are now firmly set on lifting silverware in France for the first time.
Paris FC last lifted the Coupe de France Féminine in 2005, and the wait for a second title has been long and filled with near misses.
Under the guidance of coach Sandrine Soubeyrand, the club has reached the semi-finals on eight occasions since that triumph but has not been able to return to the final — until now.
This year’s appearance marks a major milestone for the team, which has steadily grown in stature and confidence throughout the competition.
Soubeyrand’s tactical acumen and the team’s collective resilience have brought them to the brink of a long-awaited breakthrough, and with Nnadozie back between the posts, belief in the squad is high.
Standing in their way is a formidable PSG side that has enjoyed more recent success in the competition.
The capital giants have won the Coupe de France Féminine three times and remain a dominant force in French women’s football.
Their depth, quality, and experience in high-pressure matches make them clear favourites heading into the final.
However, Nnadozie and her teammates are embracing the underdog role. The Nigerian goalkeeper has previously spoken of her ambition to make history with Paris FC, and Saturday’s encounter presents a golden opportunity to etch her name in the club’s legacy.
Beyond the silverware, the match also holds broader significance. It is a celebration of Parisian women’s football, with two clubs from the same city going head-to-head in a final for the first time in the tournament’s history. For fans and players alike, it promises to be a memorable occasion.
With a sold-out crowd expected at the Stade de l’Épopée and millions watching from around the world, the stage is set for Chiamaka Nnadozie to lead Paris FC in pursuit of glory.
Should she succeed, it would not only be a personal triumph but a historic moment for her club and for African representation in European women’s football.
