Alexandra Chidiac shortlisted for the 2026 FIFPRO Merit Award

An important recognition for Alexandra Chidiac, Como Women midfielder, who has been shortlisted for the 2026 FIFPRO Merit Award in recognition of her social commitment and contribution to initiatives promoting gender equality, education, homelessness support and environmental sustainability.

Through Common Goal and various organisations, Chidiac has supported projects providing assistance to women and girls, programmes dedicated to people experiencing homelessness, and initiatives aimed at raising awareness of the role football can play in tackling climate change. She has also contributed to the PFA Australia's social impact fund and spoken out in defence of players' rights.

One of her most significant experiences came during the FIFA Series in Kenya, where she had the opportunity to meet the girls and staff of Moving The Goal Post Kenya, a non-profit organisation that uses football as a tool to empower and support the development of young women. Chidiac has been supporting the project for eight years, and it has reached more than 50,000 women and girls across the country.

Established in 2008, the FIFPRO Merit Awards recognise footballers who use their influence and commitment to drive positive social change. The awards are divided into three categories: Player Activism, Player Impact and Player Voice.

The winner will be announced on 19 November 2026, during the FIFPRO General Assembly in Panama. Each winner will also receive a $10,000 donation from FIFPRO to support their initiative.

Como Women congratulates Alexandra on this important recognition and on the value of her commitment both on and off the pitch.