Barbra Banda
Barbra Banda is a Zambian footballer known for her skillful play as a forward. She gained significant recognition after her outstanding performances in various international tournaments, including the Women's Africa Cup of Nations. Banda made headlines in 2024 after winning the BBC Women's Footballer of the Year award, which was followed by a wave of misogynistic and transphobic abuse online.
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Ghana:
Barbra Banda capitalised on space outside the box, firing a powerful low shot into the bottom left corner after a swift counter-attack initiated by Margaret Belemu.
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Morocco:
Barbra Banda scored a goal for Zambia in the match against Morocco.
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Nigeria:
Barbra Banda is the continent’s most feared striker and a key player for Zambia.
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Ghana:
Barbra Banda is one of the players to watch at the tournament, having been cleared to participate after missing the last one.
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Ghana:
Barbra Banda is a standout attacker for the Zambian women's national football team.
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United States:
Barbra Banda is the captain of the Zambian women's soccer team and has been removed from the national team due to travel challenges.
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United Kingdom:
Banda is Zambia’s captain and forms part of the team’s first-choice frontline.
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United Kingdom:
Barbra Banda is a forward for the Zambia national team who faced hateful language during a match, highlighting issues of racism and transphobia in women's football.
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United Kingdom:
Barbra Banda faced unfounded speculation and abuse after winning the BBC women's football of the year award for 2024.
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