Malawian women’s football star Temwa Chawinga retained Most Valuable Player Award in the US’s National Women’s Soccer League during the award ceremony held on Wednesday.
She capped the feat by scooping the Golden Boot after scoring 15 goals in 23 games.
The Malawian footballer also won the Golden Boot last season with a record 20 goals in 25 games.
Temwa was nominated alongside teammate Kansas City forward Bia Zaneratto, North Carolina Courage midfielder Nanaka Matsukubu, Gothan City forward Esther Gonzalez and San Diego Wave forward Delphine Cascarino.
Temwa commended those who voted for her while urging other finalists not to get worried.
She said: “Thank you to the players and coaches who voted for me. It’s a big dream for me to be here to win this twice. I really appreciate. Thank you the fans who voted for me. The finalists who are in this category all the best. Next season is also another chapter.”
Her historical achievement was covered by renowned news publications such as ESPN, Reuters and New York Times.
Temwa was also nominated for the CAF Best Women’s Player of the year, but missed on the final three shortlist.
Meanwhile, Football Association of Malawi President Fleetwood Haiya, who is in Cairo, Egypt for the CAF applauded Temwa for being nominated.
