Nigeria's Super Eagles and Falcons Omitted from CAF Awards
Nigeria has been omitted from the CAF awards nominations for the first time since 2022, with no Super Eagles player included in the 10-man shortlist for the CAF Men’s Player of the Year award. The country also failed to secure nominations in any of the seven men's categories, including Goalkeeper, Interclub Player, Coach, Young Player, National Team, and Club of the Year.
This reflects a disappointing year for Nigerian football on the continental stage. The Super Falcons also missed out on top awards.
Recent Nigerian winners include Victor Osimhen, who won in 2023, and Ademola Lookman, crowned in 2024. Nigeria was also absent from the final shortlist in 2022.
The awards ceremony will take place in Lagos on December 7, featuring nominees such as Achraf Hakimi, Sadio Mane, and Caleb Yirenkyi, among others.
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