The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has unveiled its final shortlist for the 2024 Men’s Player of the Year award. This prestigious accolade, which has long recognised the continent’s finest football talents, is expected to crown a new winner this year.
The anticipation surrounding the award has made it a focal point of discussion across African football circles. Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman headlines the 2024 shortlist after a standout season with Atalanta. He is joined by Guinea’s Serhou Guirassy, who enjoyed a stellar campaign with VfB Stuttgart before his recent move to Borussia Dortmund.
The shortlist also features a host of other African stars, each having an impressive and enviable year on the field.
As published by CAF on its social channels, the full shortlist includes the following players
– Amine Gouiri – Algeria / Rennes
– Edmond Tapsoba – Burkina Faso / Bayer Leverkusen
– Simon Adingra – Ivory Coast / Brighton & Hove Albion
– Chancel Mbemba – DR Congo / Marseille
– Serhou Guirassy – Guinea / Borussia Dortmund
– Achraf Hakimi – Morocco / PSG...Read Full Article [Click Here>]
– Sofiane Rahimi – Morocco / Al Ain
– Ademola Lookman – Nigeria / Atalanta
– William Troost-Ekong – Nigeria / Al Kholood
– Ronwen Williams – South Africa / Mamelodi Sundowns
The award ceremony will be held in Marrakech, Morocco, promising another glittering and star-studded event.
Previous winner of the award
Nigerian forward Victor Osimhen claimed the 2023 Men’s Player of the Year award following his outstanding season with Napoli. The 25-year-old helped the Partenopei secure the league title while also winning the top scorer’s award.
Former Barcelona Femení forward Asisat Oshoala was honoured in the women’s category, further cementing her legacy.
As shared by CAF on its website, the awards recognise exceptional performances in both club and national competitions, culminating in the prestigious title of CAF African Player of the Year in both men’s and women’s categories.
