The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has revealed the official Team of the Tournament for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, celebrating exceptional performances across the competition. Hosts Ivory Coast clinched victory in a thrilling 2-1 comeback against Nigeria in the final, marking a memorable moment in AFCON history. Bafana Bafana, finishing third, achieved their best result in 24 years.
Among the standout players, Bafana captain Ronwen Williams earned the title of Goalkeeper of the Tournament, while Nigerian captain William Troost-Ekong was crowned Player of the Tournament. Equatorial Guinea's Emilio Nsue secured the Golden Boot with five goals. The official Tournament Team included Williams and Teboho Mokoena, with notable absence Khuliso Mudau.
Nigeria's representation in the AFCON Team of the Tournament features Ola Aina, Troost-Ekong, and Ademola Lookman, while Ivory Coast boasts Franck Kessie, Jean Michael Seri, and Ghislan Konan. The Best XI is completed by DRC players Chancel Mbemba and Yoane Wissa, along with Golden Boot winner Emilio Nsue. However, the absence of Victor Osimhen has stirred discussions, leaving fans and experts questioning the selection criteria. Explore the nuances of the chosen players, the tournament's standout moments, and the unexpected snub of Osimhen in this comprehensive coverage.
