Ademola Lookman and William Ekong have been nominated for the 2024 FIFA Best Awards. Lookman, also ranked 14th in the 2024 Ballon d'Or, has impressed with his performances for Serie A club Atalanta. Ekong, the 2023 AFCON MVP, continues to shine as a key Super Eagles defender.
Ademola Lookman and William Ekong have received prestigious nominations for the 2024 FIFA Best Awards, highlighting their exceptional performances. Lookman, a standout forward for the Super Eagles, is shortlisted for the FIFA Best Attacker of the Year and also made the top 14 in the 2024 Ballon d'Or rankings.
His impressive form this season, including recent goals against Napoli and Parma, earned him a spot in the running for Serie A Player of the Month for November. Additionally, Lookman is nominated for the 2024 CAF Player of the Year and the Serie A Player of the Year accolades.
William Ekong, the Super Eagles defender, has been nominated in the defenders' category, building on his strong reputation after being named the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) MVP. Both players continue to rise in stature, with their consistent performances not just for Nigeria but in their respective club leagues, further cementing their positions among Africa's elite footballers.
As the awards season unfolds, Lookman and Ekong’s nominations reflect their significant contributions to Nigerian and African football on the international stage.
