Ademola Lookman crowned African Ballon d’Or 2024! – Africtelegraph – All African news

Ademola Lookman crowned African Ballon d’Or 2024! – Africtelegraph – All African news
Ademola Lookman crowned African Ballon d’Or 2024! – Africtelegraph – All African news

Monday evening, at the sumptuous Movenpick Palais des Congrès in Marrakech, Ademola Lookman was crowned African Ballon d’Or 2024 during the prestigious CAF Awards ceremony. The Nigerian striker, who plays for Atalanta, triumphed in a category where competition was particularly fierce

An exceptional year for Ademola Lookman

The jury’s choice was based on an exceptional year for Lookman. At 27, the player shone on all fronts, guiding Nigeria to the CAN final thanks to three decisive goals. But it was at club that the striker made history. He won the Europa League with Atalanta, scoring a memorable hat-trick in the final against Bayer Leverkusen. A performance which places him in the pantheon of players having achieved this feat in the European final.

Lookman was also instrumental in Serie A, contributing to a remarkable season for his side and reaching the Coppa Italia final. This consistency and these successes allowed him to surpass strong competitors like Serhou Guirassy, ​​second top scorer in the Bundesliga with Stuttgart, and Achraf Hakimi, pillar of PSG and key player in the Parisian cup-championship double.

A well-deserved reward

On the stage of the Palais des Congrès, Ademola Lookman did not hide her emotion

: “I want to thank everyone for their support and the love they have given me. I thank my family and my nation who recognized me as the best player in Africa. It’s an incredible honor. »

The criteria for this award include individual and collective performances, impact on the national team, fair play, consistency and elegance of play. Lookman has stood out for his versatility and leadership on the pitch.

A transparent and rigorous vote

The selection process for the African Ballon d’Or is strictly regulated. The votes come from a panel of journalists, captains and coaches from the 54 member federations of CAF. Each voter awards points to five players, with the first receiving 5 points, and so on. Ademola Lookman came out on top, edging out his rivals with a remarkable all-round performance.

A prestigious lineage

With this coronation, Ademola Lookman enters the history of African football, succeeding legends like Victor Osimhen, Sadio Mané, and many others before them. This trophy highlights a year marked by success and places Lookman as one of the most influential players on the continent.

African football is celebrating a new star, driven by talent, determination and love of the game. Congratulations, Ademola Lookman!

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