CAF POTY AWARD: Former Cameroon Coach Names His Favourite to Win the Prize
- The 2024 edition of the Confederation of African Football Awards ceremony is well on the horizon
- Several players are in the running to clinch the prestigious CAF Men's Player of the Year award category
- A former Cameroon coach has identified his favourite to clinch the highly coveted prize at the Marrakech ceremony
The 2024 edition of the Confederation of African Football Awards is fast approaching, and the Men's Player of the Year prize is particularly dominating the headlines.
The prestigious Men's Player of the Year award, which has been claimed by several elite players over the years, is set to be contested by five players.
Source: Getty Images
In a recent list published by CAF online, Simon Adingra (Cote d'Ivoire / Brighton & Hove Albion), Serhou Guirassy (Guinea / Borussia Dortmund), Achraf Hakimi (Morocco / Paris Saint-Germain), Ronwen Williams (South Africa / Mamelodi Sundowns), and Ademola Lookman (Nigeria / Atalanta) are in the running for the prize, which is slated to be awarded in Morocco on December 16th.
As the event draws nearer, speculation continues to swirl over which of these five players will emerge as the winner.
Ahead of the much-anticipated ceremony, former Cameroon coach, François Ngoumou, has named his favourite to take home the award.
Former Cameroon coach speaks on CAF awards
In an interview captured by Foot Africa, the veteran Cameroonian coach expressed his support for Lookman, praising the forward for his exceptional performances.
Ngoumou highlighted Lookman’s brilliance throughout the season, both with Atalanta and the Nigerian national team.
"He was outstanding at the Africa Cup of Nations with Nigeria," Ngoumou said.
"His performances with Atalanta were impressive. He was able to assert himself and prove decisive in the Europa League."
The experienced coach further emphasised his belief that Lookman deserves the award over Borussia Dortmund's Guinea striker, Guirassy.
"Guirassy has been fired up after these two competitions, but over the past twelve months, Lookman has been more consistent. He has shone at the highest level," Ngoumou added.
The veteran coach's words reflect the sentiments of many football figures who have voiced their support for Lookman as a strong contender for the Africa Player of the Year award.
Recently, Lookman was also nominated for the 2024 Ballon d'Or, finishing an impressive 14th in the final standings.
Ghana ends AFCON qualifiers in defeat
Earlier, Yen.com.gh reported that a late header from Niger defender Oumar Sako compounded Ghana's misery in the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers as the Menas secured a win against a depleted Black Stars side in the final game of Group F.
The visitors opened the scoring in the first half through Ousseini Badamassi before Jerry Afriyie levelled after the break.
West Ham United star Mohammed Kudus missed a late penalty as the Nigeriens held on to return home with a historic win.
New feature: Сheck out news that is picked for YOU ➡️ click on “Recommended for you” and enjoy!
Source: Legit.ng
