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Ademola Lookman Crowned 2024 CAF African Player of the Year

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Ademola Lookman has been named the 2024 CAF Men’s African Player of the Year, surpassing heavyweights like Mohamed Salah, Sadio Mane, Williams, and Achraf Hakimi to clinch the prestigious award.




The Atalanta star’s sensational 2024 season left no doubts about his worthiness of the accolade:

•Europa League Winner

•Europa League Team of the Year

•Atalanta Player of the Season

•Hat-trick in the Europa League Final

•27 goals and 12 assists for both club and country.


This monumental achievement solidifies Lookman’s status as one of Africa’s finest footballers. Social media is already ablaze with celebratory posts, with fans hailing him as the pride of Nigerian football.


What a year for Ademola Lookman!



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CAF Award: Osimhen Makes 2023 CAF Men's Player of the Year Final list

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