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IFFHS Ranks Justine Madugu Among World’s Top 10 Women’s National Team Coaches in 2025

Nigeria’s senior women’s national team head coach, Justine Madugu has been ranked among the top 10 best women’s national team coaches in the world for 2025 by the International Federation of Football History & Statistics (IFFHS).
Madugu placed eighth globally, making him the only African coach on the prestigious list and underlining Nigeria’s growing influence in women’s football at the international level.
The rankings are topped by Sarina Wiegman, who continues her remarkable run after leading England to sustained success, while Brazil’s Arthur Elias and Spain’s Montse Tomé complete the top three.
IFFHS Top 10 Women’s National Team Coaches (2025)
1. Sarina Wiegman (Netherlands) — England
2. Arthur Elias (Brazil) — Brazil
3. Montse Tomé (Spain) — Spain
4. Emma Hayes (England) — USA
5. Sonia Bermúdez (Spain) — Spain
6. Jorge Vilda (Spain) — Morocco
7. Christian Wück (Germany) — Germany
8. Justine Madugu (Nigeria) — Nigeria
9. Gemma Grainger (England) — Norway
10. Nina Patalon (Poland) — Poland
Madugu’s inclusion follows Nigeria’s strong performances on the global stage, highlighted by tactical discipline, squad depth management, and the continued competitiveness of the Super Falcons against elite opposition.
The ranking is seen as a major boost for Nigerian women’s football and further recognition of the Super Falcons’ technical progress under Madugu’s leadership.



