Nominees announced for 35th FAI International Awards
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- May 29, 2025
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The Football Association of Ireland has confirmed the nominees for the 35th edition of the FAI International Awards, set to take place on Friday, June 6th at the Aviva Stadium ahead of Ireland’s international friendly against Senegal.
This year’s awards will honour standout performances from June 2024 to May 2025, recognising the achievements of players across all age levels in Irish football.
The 2025 list reflects the growing strength and talent in the women’s game, from seasoned internationals to rising stars making their mark on the global stage. One of the most anticipated honours is the Senior Women’s International Player of the Year, where nominees Kyra Carusa, Anna Patten, and Julie-Ann Russell are all recognised for their outstanding contributions in green.
The International Goal of the Year category also features a standout goal from the women’s team – Julie-Ann Russell’s stunning strike against France.
Here are the full nominees in the women’s categories:
Senior Women’s International Player of the Year
- Kyra Carusa
- Anna Patten
- Julie-Ann Russell
Young Women’s International Player of the Year
- Abbie Larkin
- Jessie Stapleton
- Tyler Toland
International Goal of the Year
- WNT | Julie-Ann Russell vs France
- MNT | Robbie Brady vs Finland
- MNT | Evan Ferguson vs Bulgaria
Women’s Under-19 International Player of the Year
- Jess Fitzgerald
- Katie Keane
- Aoife Kelly
Women’s Under-17 International Player of the Year
- Anna Butler
- Ella Kelly
- Madison McGuane
Girls’ Under-16 International Player of the Year
- Keelin Comiskey
- Ciara Milton
- Hailey Twomey
Girls’ Under-15 Schools International Player of the Year
- Ava Hallinan (Jesus & Mary Secondary School, Enniscrone)
- Ciara Milton (St. Leo’s College, Carlow)
- Hailey Twomey (Eureka Secondary School, Kells)
Football For All International Player of the Year
- Josh Hennessy (Down Syndrome Futsal)
- Neil Hoey (Amputee)
- Heather Jameson (Cerebral Palsy)
