Footie star Barbra Banda at centre of gender row controversially named BBC Women’s Footballer of the Year

Zambian striker Barbra Banda, 24, who was embroiled in a gender row due to elevated testosterone levels, has been named the BBC Women’s Footballer of the Year following her performance at the Olympics. Despite criticism from former athletes Sharron Davies and Tracy Edwards, Banda expressed gratitude for the recognition and emphasized the importance of focusing on her future rather than dwelling on the past. The BBC defended her win, stating that it was based on a public vote.

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