Super Eagles duo Ademola Lookman and Troost Ekong have been shortlisted for the 2024 FIFA Best Striker and Best Defender titles by the world government.
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The former Fulham striker is currently ranked 14th in the Ballon d'Or 2024 rankings and leads the field for the CAF African Footballer of the Year award. In addition, the 27-year-old striker is in contention for the Serie A Player of the Year award.
Lookman's Super Eagles teammate William Ekong was also nominated in the defenders category. The former Udinese central defender is also on the shortlist for the 2024 CAF Player of the Year. Ekong was named the Most Valuable Player (MVP) of AFCON 2023. This week, Ademola Lookman was also nominated for the Serie A Player of the Month for November after his impressive performance against Tunisia.
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