"I'm very surprised, the Brighton player says of that three-in-a-row record. I never knew I was the only one, but it's a morale booster for me. People only see the success, but they don't see the hard work behind it."
"If I'm not carrying that boombox, the players will beat me up, she jokes. It's always on me to make sure I bring the music. It keeps us moving, it gives us the morale."
"We, the players, are not happy about it, she says bluntly. We don't know the reason behind it."
Chiamaka Nnadozie, at 25, is recognized among Africa's top goalkeepers, having won the Caf's Golden Gloves three consecutive times. She debuted at the World Cup at 18 and is a Women's Africa Cup of Nations champion. Nnadozie emphasizes the importance of teamwork and hard work behind her success. Music plays a significant role in her life, as she brings a boombox to training, boosting team morale. The postponement of the upcoming Wafcon tournament has left her and her teammates disappointed, as they were eager to compete for another title.
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