Ademola Lookman Wins CAF Men’s Best Player Award
Super Eagles of Nigeria and Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman has etched his name in African football history by clinching the prestigious CAF Men’s Player of the Year award for 2024, as Africa’s best performers for the year were honoured at a glamorous ceremony held in Marrakech, Morocco.
Lookman’s exceptional performances for both club and country throughout the past year propelled him to the forefront of African football. His electrifying pace, clinical finishing, and creative playmaking abilities have made him a force to be reckoned with.
The Nigerian Prince is officially crowned . #CAFAwards2024 pic.twitter.com/FPKXp8JovR
— CAF_Online (@CAF_Online) December 16, 2024
The 27-year-old’s standout moments, including a sensational hat-trick in the UEFA Europa League final, solidified his position as one of the continent’s most talented players. This victory marks a significant achievement for Nigerian football, as Lookman becomes the second consecutive Nigerian to win the award after Victor Osimhen.
It is the first time Nigeria has had back-to-back winners in the Men’s award since Nwankwo Kanu (1996) and Victor Ikpeba (1997) were honoured almost three decades ago.
As Lookman continues to shine on the international stage, his impact on African football is undeniable. His dedication, hard work, and exceptional skills have inspired a generation of young players across the continent. With his star on the rise, the future looks bright for both Lookman and Nigerian football.
The glittering ceremony was attended by football royalty from the continent and beyond in a celebration of the incredible growth and development of the game in Africa, and the astonishing strides that have been made in men’s and women’s football in recent years.
When the stars align, they spell .
Ladies and gentlemen, your Men’s Player of the Year! #CAFAwards2024 pic.twitter.com/xtHxJozThj
— CAF_Online (@CAF_Online) December 16, 2024
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