Cynthia Konlan nominated for 2026 CAF Women's Goalkeeper of the Year award

Ghana goalkeeper Cynthia Konlan has been nominated for the 2026 Confederation of African Football (CAF) Women's Goalkeeper of the Year award.

Konlan is among 10 goalkeepers shortlisted for the prestigious individual accolade following her performances for club and country over the past year.

The Black Queens shot-stopper earned her nomination after representing Ghana at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), where she made four appearances.

She played 360 minutes at the tournament, recording one clean sheet and conceding four goals.

Konlan is the only Ghanaian goalkeeper on the shortlist and will face competition from some of the continent's leading shot-stoppers.

Algeria's Chloe N'Gazi, Cameroon's Michaely Bihina, Malawi's Mercy Sikelo and Mali's Fatoumata Karantao are also in contention.

Morocco's Khadija Er-Rmichi, Nigeria's Christiana Uzoma, Senegal's Adji Ndiaye, South Africa's Kaylin Swart and Zambia's Hazel Nali complete the 10-player shortlist.

The nomination represents a significant recognition of Konlan's contribution to Ghanaian women's football and her performances between the posts for the Black Queens.

Meanwhile, Ghana have also secured a nomination in the Women's National Team of the Year category, further strengthening the country's representation at this year's awards.

The 2026 CAF Awards will be held on Monday, 7 December, with the ceremony set to recognise outstanding performers and teams in African football over the eligibility period.