The Digest:
Super Eagles duo Akor Adams and Chidera Ejuke have been nominated for the Liga African Player of the Season award, joining 18 other African stars in contention. The fifth edition of the award will be held in Lagos, Nigeria, with fans playing a key role in deciding the winner through a voting process that combines public input with expert assessment. Other nominees include Athletic Bilbao's Inaki Williams, a two-time recipient, and Sevilla's trio Pape Gueye, Thomas Partey, and Nicolas Pepe.
Key Points:
- Akor Adams and Chidera Ejuke are among 20 nominees for the LaLiga African Player award.
- The award ceremony will be held in Lagos, Nigeria, for its fifth edition.
- Past winners include Nigeria's Samuel Chukwueze and Morocco's Yassine Bounou.
- Inaki Williams of Athletic Bilbao is a two-time recipient of the award.
- Fans' votes will combine with expert assessment to determine the winner.
As Adams and Ejuke compete for continental recognition, the award ceremony in Lagos highlights the growing influence of African players in Spanish football.
Sources: Daily Post
