NIGERIA’S ADEMOLA LOOKMAN CROWNED 2024 CAF AFRICAN FOOTBALLER OF THE YEAR!

In a thrilling announcement that has sent shockwaves of excitement throughout the football community, Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman has been named the 2024 CAF African Footballer of the Year!

The 27-year-old Nigerian sensation was honored with the prestigious award during a glittering ceremony in Marrakech, Morocco, on Monday night. Lookman’s incredible season with Atalanta and the Nigerian national team has been nothing short of phenomenal, earning him this well-deserved recognition.

Lookman’s impressive performances have been instrumental in Atalanta’s historic Europa League victory, where he scored a stunning hat-trick in the final to secure the club’s first European trophy and only the second major title in their history.

On the international stage, Lookman’s contributions have been just as remarkable. He scored three crucial goals during Nigeria’s run to the final of the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), showcasing his exceptional skill and dedication to the sport.

In the 2023-2024 season, Lookman recorded an impressive 17 goals and 10 assists in 45 games for Atalanta. His scintillating form has carried over into this season, with 11 goals in 19 games as Atalanta currently leads Serie A by two points ahead of Napoli.

Lookman was shortlisted alongside an impressive lineup of African football stars, including Côte d’Ivoire’s Simon Adingra, Morocco’s Achraf Hakimi, Guinea’s Serhou Guirassy, and South Africa’s Ronwen Williams.

As the football community comes together to celebrate Lookman’s achievement, one thing is clear: this talented Nigerian star is a force to be reckoned with, and his future in the sport looks brighter than ever!

Watch the moment Ademola Lookman was presented with the award

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