Overview
- CAF will present the awards in Rabat on November 19, with nominees selected by technical committee members, coaches, former players and selected media.
- Achraf Hakimi’s case rests on a Champions League, Ligue 1 and French Cup treble with PSG, although he is currently injured and his AFCON role depends on fitness.
- Mohamed Salah led Liverpool’s title season with 29 league goals and 18 assists, targeting a third CAF crown after wins in 2017 and 2018.
- Victor Osimhen delivered a league-and-cup double for Galatasaray and the league Golden Boot, but post–Oct. 15 exploits such as an Ajax hat-trick and a Gabon brace are ineligible.
- CAF also released shortlists across categories, including goalkeepers Munir Mohamedi, Yassine Bounou and Ronwen Williams, and coaches Walid Regragui, Mohamed Ouhbi and Bubista, while 2024 winner Ademola Lookman missed the final three.