Get ready for some football fever! The CAF Awards 2025 are heating up, and we've got a thrilling lineup for the men's Player of the Year category. It's a battle of the best, and the stakes are high!
Leading the charge is none other than Mohamed Salah, the Egyptian captain who has been nominated alongside nine other footballing greats. Salah's impact on the game is undeniable; he guided Liverpool to their 20th English Premier League title and etched his name into the club's history as the third-highest goalscorer ever. But here's where it gets controversial... the award considers performances from January to October 2025, and Salah's stats during this period are nothing short of impressive - 16 goals and 9 assists for Liverpool, plus 4 goals and an assist for Egypt.
But Salah isn't the only one with a strong case. Achraf Hakimi, the Moroccan bronze medalist from the Paris 2024 Olympics, is also in the running. Hakimi had an exceptional season with Paris Saint-Germain, winning the UEFA Champions League and the French domestic treble in the 2024-25 campaign. And this is the part most people miss - Hakimi, at just 26 years old, is the only defender on the shortlist for this prestigious continental prize!
Another notable nominee is Victor Osimhen, the Nigerian talisman who has been on fire in Türkiye with Galatasaray. Osimhen's standout form earned him a league title in his debut campaign with the club.
So, who do you think deserves the title of Africa's male player of the year? The debate is open, and we want to hear your thoughts! Do you agree with the nominees, or do you think there's a player who's been overlooked? Let us know in the comments, and let's celebrate the beautiful game together!
