By Mark Ogagan
The Nigerian players are in contention for different award categories in this year’s FIFA Awards scheduled for December, 2024.
Top on the list is Atalanta forward, Ademola Lookman, who has been nominated in the Best Attacker category.
The forward finds himself competing with an elite group of global football icons, including Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka, Real Madrid’s Vinícius Júnior, and Barcelona’s rising star Lamine Yamal.
Also nominated, for Best Defender, is Super Eagles Captain William Troost-Ekong, while Asisat Oshoala is a contender for Best Goal category in women’s football.
This follows the announcement of nominees by the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) for the 2024 FIFA Football Awards, which honours exceptional performances in men’s and women’s football over the past year.
Defensive powerhouse, Troost-Ekong’s formidable skill on the field places him among football’s finest, alongside Real Madrid’s Dani Carvajal and Antonio Rüdiger, Bayer Leverkusen’s Jonathan Tah, and Morocco’s Achraf Hakimi.
In the women’s category, Asisat Oshoala continues her legacy. She’s been nominated for the newly introduced FIFA Marta Award, which celebrates the best goal in women’s football worldwide.
This recognition comes on the heels of another milestone for these Nigerian stars. Earlier this year, Ademola and William were shortlisted for the 2024 CAF Player of the Year award, further solidifying their influence both in Africa and on the global stage.
Fans have a say in the 2024 FIFA Best awards, with votes weighted equally alongside those of national team captains, coaches, and media representatives. Voting is open until 10 December 2024 on FIFA’s official website.
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