A footballer who missed a major tournament amid a gender eligibility row over high testosterone levels has been named as BBC Women’s Footballer of the Year.
Zambia and Orlando Pride striker Barbra Banda received the most votes from BBC Sport website readers after being included on a five-player shortlist.
Banda’s inclusion in the running for the annual prize was criticised by women’s rights groups because she has previously ruled out of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in 2022 over high testosterone levels.
Her victory was announced today in a BBC Sport website report which did not mention the controversy over her inclusion.
Banda, 24, said: ‘I am shocked and surprised to have this award right by my side.
Zambia and Orlando Pride striker Barbra Banda has been named BBC Women’s Footballer of the Year for 2024 after triumphing in a vote involving a five-player shortlist
‘I would like to thank the people who voted and everyone who has played a part in my life and my career – my…
