The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is gearing up to host its annual awards ceremony. A prestigious event that honors the continent’s top footballing talents. The 2024 CAF Awards will take place on Monday, December 16, 2024, at the Palais des Congrès in Marrakech, Morocco.
This year’s ceremony promises to be a thrilling affair, with seven categories dedicated to men’s football with one category for women’s football. The awards will recognize outstanding individual performances, managerial brilliance, and the collective achievements of clubs and national teams.
Key Highlights of the 2024 CAF Awards:
- A New Champion: The 2023 Player of the Year will not defend their title, as a fresh pool of talented nominees vies for the prestigious award.
- Osimhen’s Absence: Notably, Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has been omitted from the CAF Player of the Year shortlist, sparking discussions and debates among football fans.
- Global Broadcast: The ceremony will be televised live on several digital TV stations across Africa, including SuperSports and StarTimes. Fans outside of Africa can tune in via the CAF website and YouTube channel.
Categories and Nominees:
The 2024 CAF Awards will recognize excellence in the following categories:
- CAF Player of the Year (Men): A prestigious award honoring the continent’s best male footballer.
- CAF Player of the Year (Women): Recognizing the top female footballer in Africa.
- Goalkeeper of the Year (Men): Honoring the best goalkeeper in African football.
- Interclub Player of the Year (Men): Awarding the standout player in African club competitions.
- Coach of the Year (Men): Recognizing the top coach in African football.
- Young Player of the Year (Men): Honoring the most promising young talent in African football.
- Club of the Year (Men): Recognizing the best club team in Africa.
- National Team of the Year (Men): Honoring the top-performing national team in Africa.
As the countdown to the 2024 CAF Awards continues, football fans across Africa and the world eagerly anticipate the announcement of the winners. This prestigious event celebrates the rich tapestry of African football and recognizes the exceptional talent that continues to emerge from the continent.
