Super Eagles winger, Ademola Lookman, has been named the CAF Footballer of the Year, while Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie was crowned 2024 Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year, winning the award for the second consecutive year.
They both were announced winner at an elaborate event in Marrakech, Morocco on Monday night.
The Atalanta star Lookman won the prize ahead of Ivory Coast’s Simon Adingra and PSG’s Achraf Hakimi, Guinea striker Serhou Guirassy and South Africa goalkeeper Ronwen Williams.
It has been an incredible year for Lookman, who became the first player to score a hat-trick in the Europa League/UEFA Cup final since 1975, netting the three goals within 26 minutes against Bayer Leverkusen.
Lookman was included in the Team of the Year for the Europa League, and ended the season having had a direct hand in 18 top flight goals for La Dea.
The 27-year-old was ranked the 14th best player during the Ballon d’Or gala on 28 October.
Super Falcons shot stopper, Nnadozie edged out Andile Dlamini, Khadija Er-rmichi, Habiba Sabry, and Fideline Ngoy to the crown.
The 24-year-old stellar season, marked by outstanding performances for club and country, made her the standout choice in a rigorous voting process.
Her exceptional form in France’s Division 1 Féminine played a key role in her win. Representing Paris FC, Nnadozie was named Goalkeeper of the Season for the 2023/24 campaign.
Nnadozie’s heroic efforts, including a 33% clean sheet ratio and game-saving performances, propelled Paris FC to a third-place finish in the league.
Her brilliance extended to the international stage, where she shone for Nigeria at the Paris Olympic Games, solidifying her reputation as one of Africa’s most dependable goalkeepers.
Similarly, Nigerian women’s national football team, Super Falcons, was crowned National Team of the Year at the CAF Awards 2024 ceremony.
The prestigious recognition highlights the team’s outstanding performances and remarkable contributions over the past year, as they continued to represent Nigeria at the highest level of women’s football on the continent.
The CAF Awards celebrate the best in African football annually, recognising teams, players, and coaches who have excelled in their respective categories.
The Nigerian women’s team has consistently showcased resilience, skill, and determination on the international stage, earning the admiration of fans and experts alike.
