Adanna Nwaneri

Adanna Nwaneri is a Nigerian former footballer who played as a defender for the Nigeria women's national football team. She was part of the team at the 1999 FIFA Women's World Cup.

Early life

Adanna Nwaneri is a Nigerian former international footballer who played as a defender and later transitioned into coaching. She is the current Technical Adviser for Abia Angels FC and previously served as assistant coach for the Nigeria U‑17 women’s team, the Flamingoes.

Playing career

Nwaneri represented the Nigeria women’s national football team as a defender. She was part of the squad at the 1999 FIFA Women’s World Cup held in the United States.

Coaching career

After retiring as a player, Nwaneri moved into coaching. In July 2024, she was appointed Technical Adviser of Abia Angels FC, a club in the Nigeria Women Football League. She also served as an assistant coach for the Nigeria U‑17 women's national team, where she contributed to player development and tactical planning.