The 2024 Confederation of African Football (CAF) Awards lit up Marrakesh, Morocco, as the continent’s brightest football stars were celebrated for their outstanding performances. The glamorous ceremony, held on Monday night, highlighted the exceptional talent and achievements across African football over the past year.
Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman stole the headlines by clinching the coveted CAF Men’s Player of the Year Award, succeeding his compatriot, Victor Osimhen. Lookman’s electrifying form for both club and country throughout the year earned him the prestigious honour.
In the women’s category, Zambia’s Barbra Banda claimed the CAF Women’s Player of the Year Award, a testament to her incredible consistency and impact on the pitch.
Here is the complete list of winners from the CAF Awards 2024:
Men’s Awards
Player of the Year: Ademola Lookman (Nigeria)
Club Player of the Year: Ronwen Williams (Mamelodi Sundowns/South Africa)
Goalkeeper of the Year: Ronwen Williams (South Africa)
Young Player of the Year: Lamine Camara (Senegal)
Coach of the Year: Emerse Fae (Ivory Coast)
National Team of the Year: Ivory Coast
Club of the Year: Al Ahly (Egypt)
CAF Men’s Best XI
Goalkeeper: Andre Onana (Cameroon)
Defenders: Achraf Hakimi (Morocco), Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal), Chancel Mbemba (Congo DR)
Midfielders: Mohammed Kudus (Ghana), Sofyan Amrabat (Morocco), Franck Kessie (Ivory Coast), Yves Bissouma (Mali)
Forwards: Mohamed Salah (Egypt), Victor Osimhen (Nigeria), Ademola Lookman (Nigeria)
Women’s Awards
Player of the Year: Barbra Banda (Zambia)
Club Player of the Year: Sanaa Mssoudy (FAR Rabat/Morocco)
Goalkeeper of the Year: Chiamaka Nnadozie (Nigeria)
Young Player of the Year: Doha El Madani (Morocco)
Coach of the Year: Lamia Boumehdi (TP Mazembe/Congo DR)
National Team of the Year: Nigeria
Club of the Year: TP Mazembe
CAF Women’s Best XI
Goalkeeper: Andile Dlamini (South Africa)
Defenders: Michelle Alozie, Osinachi Ohale (both Nigeria), Lebohang Ramalepe, and Karabo Dlamini (both South Africa)
Midfielders: Linda Motlhalo (South Africa), Rasheedat Ajibade (Nigeria), Ghizlane Chebbak (Morocco)
Forwards: Barbra Banda (Zambia), Asisat Oshoala (Nigeria), Tabitha Chawinga (Malawi)
The event was a testament to Africa’s rich footballing heritage, celebrating the players, coaches, and teams that have raised the bar for excellence on the continent. With Ademola Lookman and Barbra Banda leading the pack, the 2024 CAF Awards underscored the rise of a new generation of African football stars.
USEFUL LINKS
- CAF Awards 2024: Full Final List Of Nominees
- 2024 CAF Awards: Nominees, Date, Time, Hosts, And Where To Watch
- CAF Awards 2023: Osimhen Wins African Footballer Of The Year Award (See Full List)
