Nina Dominique Nicosia (born 2 February 2003) is a professional football player who plays as a midfielder for Pachuca of Liga MX Femenil. Born in the United States, she represents the Argentina women's national team.
College career.
Nicosia played for the Chicago Magic, Chicago Inferno, and Eclipse Select SC. In 2021, she played for the Louisville Cardinals, where she played the second half of the year, totaling 16 games with 3 goals and 4 assists.
Club career.
Nicosia was transferred to the Chicago Mustangs in the 2022 spring transfer market. In August 2022, she was awarded the Central Conference's "Offensive Player of the Year" after a season in which she became one of the most outstanding attacking forces.
On 6 July 2023, Nicosia signed with Pachuca of Liga MX Femenil.
International career.
Nicosia was eligible to represent Argentina and the United States at the international level.
On 7 March 2020, Nicosia was called up to the U-17 women's national team. In April 2022, she was called up to represent the U-20 national team for the South American Championship in Chile.
Nicosia was named to the senior national team for the CONCACAF W Gold Cup on 9 February 2024.
Personal life.
Nicosia's favorite soccer players are Lionel Messi and Alex Morgan. Her father, Gustavo Nicosia, born in Chicago to Argentine parents, played professionally for clubs in Argentina, Italy, and Chicago, and is the one who accompanies and supports her in her journey as a soccer player. Nicosia spent a week at the Olympique Lyonnais facilities as part of the Generation Adidas program.
Honours.
Pachuca