Ghanaian international Evelyn Badu has earned a spot on the shortlist for the 2023 CAF Women’s Player of the Year award, as announced by CAF on Tuesday, November 14.
The attacking midfielder, the sole Ghanaian nominee in the category, has been a crucial contributor to the success of the Black Queens, scoring nine goals in the 2024 Olympic Games and Women’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers under coach Nora Hauptle.
Beyond her national team performances, the 21-year-old has continued to showcase her talent at the club level with Norwegian side Avaldsnes, currently holding the ninth spot in the Toppserien.
Badu previously received recognition at the 2022 CAF awards, winning both the Young Player of the Year and Interclub Player of the Year.
In addition to Badu’s individual nomination, Ghana has also secured a nomination in the National Team of the Year (Women) category, reflecting the commendable achievements of various female national teams.
The Black Princesses claimed victory in the WAFU B U-20 Girls Cup in Kumasi, and the Black Queens are on an impressive nine-game undefeated streak.
The 2023 CAF awards ceremony is scheduled to take place in Morocco on December 11.