Louisa Cadamuro (Part 2)

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14 Mar 2024

Louisa Cadamuro (Part 2)

During the infancy of the 2008–09 season, Louisa Nécib Cadamuro was selected to join the new United States-based women's soccer league, Women's Professional Soccer (WPS), after her American playing rights were assigned to the Washington Freedom in the 2008 WPS International Draft. Alongside her Lyon teammate Sonia Bompastor, Nécib was expected to make an impact in the league. However, Lyon's chairman, Jean-Michel Aulas, was able to convince Nécib to remain in France, despite her assignment to the Freedom.

Nécib wasted no time making her mark for Lyon in the 2008–09 season. She scored her first league goal on September 14, 2008, in a commanding 12–0 home win over Vendenheim. Over the course of the season, she continued to impress, notching up multiple goals in league matches against Soyaux and Stade Briochin. In the UEFA Women's Cup, Nécib showcased her scoring prowess by netting crucial goals against Neulengbach and Bardolino, helping Lyon advance to the semi-finals for the second consecutive season.

Despite Lyon's elimination in the semi-finals of the UEFA Women's Cup, Nécib's performances throughout the season were recognized when she was named the National Union of Professional Footballers (UNFP) Female Player of the Year. Lyon clinched their third consecutive league title during the campaign, but fell short in their defense of the Challenge de France title, losing to Montpellier in the semi-finals.In the following season, Nécib switched to the number 10 shirt and continued to excel for Lyon. Despite missing matches due to international duty and injury, she contributed significantly to Lyon's fourth consecutive league championship and reached the semi-finals of the Challenge de France. Additionally, Nécib played a crucial role in Lyon's journey to the final of the UEFA Women's Champions League, where they ultimately suffered a heartbreaking defeat to Turbine Potsdam.

The 2010–11 season saw Nécib once again delivering standout performances for Lyon, scoring double-digit goals and playing a pivotal role in the team's success. Lyon clinched their fifth straight league title, with Nécib scoring her first league hat trick in the final match of the season. She also played a key role in Lyon's triumph in the UEFA Women's Champions League final, helping the team secure its first-ever European title.After the 2011–12 season, Nécib re-signed with Lyon, dispelling speculation about a potential move to league rivals Paris Saint-Germain. She continued to be a key player for Lyon until her departure from the club in May 2016. Following her retirement from professional football, Nécib confirmed that she would end her football career after the 2016 Summer Olympics.

Louisa Nécib Cadamuro began her international career with the France women's youth teams, representing her country at various levels. Her first call-up came on September 11, 2003, when she was selected to play for the under-17 team by coach Gérard Sergent. She participated in the 2003 edition of the Nordic Cup, showcasing her talent on the international stage.Subsequently, Nécib progressed to the under-19 team under the guidance of coach Bruno Bini. She played a significant role in the team's campaigns, featuring in tournaments such as the La Manga Cup and the UEFA Women's Under-19 Championship in 2004 and 2005. In the latter competition, Nécib demonstrated her skill by starting in all five matches as France reached the final. She scored a goal in the group stage victory against Russia, contributing to the team's success in reaching the championship match.

As a result of France's second-place finish in the 2005 UEFA Women's Under-19 Championship, the team qualified for the 2006 FIFA U-20 Women's World Championship. Nécib continued her impressive form, making her under-20 debut in a friendly against Mexico and scoring a goal in a 4–2 victory. She played in all four matches for France at the World Cup, scoring another goal against Argentina in the group stage. Despite the team's elimination in the quarter-finals, Nécib's performances highlighted her potential as a rising star in women's football.

Louisa Nécib Cadamuro's journey with the French national team began with her senior international debut on February 19, 2005, in a friendly match against Norway. Despite her young age of 18, Nécib's talent earned her a spot in the squad for the UEFA Women's Euro 2005, where she featured in a match against Germany.Under the leadership of coach Bruno Bini, Nécib became a regular starter for the French national team. She scored her first international goal on April 11, 2007, in a qualifying match for UEFA Women's Euro 2009 against Greece. Nécib's contributions continued as she played a vital role in France's qualification for major tournaments.

In UEFA Women's Euro 2009, Nécib showcased her skills by scoring goals in crucial matches, including the opening group stage match against Iceland. Despite the team's elimination in the quarter-finals, Nécib's performances received praise from media outlets.
Nécib played a significant role in France's qualification for the 2011 FIFA Women's World Cup, contributing goals in matches against Estonia and Northern Ireland. Her performances earned her a spot in the squad for the tournament, where she made a notable impact, including being named Player of the Match in the team's opening victory against Nigeria.Despite an injury forcing her out of the third-place match, Nécib's contributions throughout the tournament were widely recognized, with media outlets acknowledging her instrumental role in France's journey to the semi-finals.

Louisa Nécib Cadamuro is renowned for her versatility on the field, adeptly playing as an attacking midfielder, deep-lying midfielder, or winger depending on the team's tactics. In the domestic league, she excels in the playmaker role, orchestrating the team's attacks from the number 10 position. Conversely, at the international level under Bruno Bini's system, she often operates as a winger in a 4–3–3 formation.

Beyond her creativity and passing prowess, Nécib possesses remarkable control and dribbling abilities, coupled with an elegant style that mesmerizes spectators. Her technical finesse enables her to navigate tight spaces, beat defenders one-on-one, and deliver precise passes to create scoring opportunities for herself and her teammates.
Given her multifaceted skill set and astute game reading abilities, comparisons to the legendary Zinedine Zidane have been drawn, further underscoring her impact and influence on the pitch.