Osimhen, Iwobi, Bassey Win Big at Nigeria Pitch Awards
The 12th Nigeria Pitch Awards ceremony took place in Lagos, where Super Eagles players Victor Osimhen, Alex Iwobi, Calvin Bassey, and Stanley Nwabali were honored for their performances in the 2025 football season. Victor Osimhen, playing for Galatasaray, won two prestigious awards: the Rashidi Yekini Award for Best Striker of the Year and the King of the Pitch award.
Alex Iwobi of Fulham was named Midfielder of the Year, while his teammate Calvin Bassey received the Defender of the Year award. Stanley Nwabali was awarded Goalkeeper of the Year, competing against Maduka Okoye and Kayode Bankole.
The ceremony also recognized Rasheedat Ajibade as Queen of the Pitch and Justine Madugu as Coach of the Year for leading the Super Falcons to their 10th WAFCON title. Dr Shina Phillips, President of the Nigeria Pitch Awards, emphasized the importance of ongoing reforms in Nigerian football and announced the introduction of an Emerging Star Award for the next edition.
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