Is Nahomi Kawasumi A-List?
NoB
No — Nahomi Kawasumi is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 2011
World Cup Winner
Lost A-list status in 2020
Dropped to B tier — Plays in NWSL
Ranking Timeline
2008C$0.05M
International Debut
Begins her international career with Japan.
2011A▲▲$0.25M+$0.2M
World Cup Winner
Wins the FIFA Women's World Cup with Japan, scoring key goals.
2012A$0.5M+$0.25M
Olympic Silver Medal
Wins a silver medal at the London Olympics.
2015A$1M+$0.5M
World Cup Silver Medal
Wins another silver medal at the FIFA Women's World Cup.
2020B▼$1.5M+$0.5M
Plays in NWSL
Plays professionally in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL).
2026B$2M+$0.5M
Legacy in Japanese Football
Remembered as a key player in Japan's World Cup victory.
Last updated: February 25, 2026