Nigerian footballers Ademola Lookman and William Troost-Ekong have been nominated for the FIFA Best Awards. The awards recognize outstanding performances in football.
Lookman had a successful season with Atalanta and impressed during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. He is also a contender for the 2024 CAF Men's Player of the Year title.
Ekong, who won the AFCON 2023 MVP award, was also nominated but did not make the final cut.
The nominations were announced by FIFA on social media. Lookman is competing against top players like Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé for a spot in the Men's 11. Ekong was vying for a place among top defenders.
FIFA stated that fans, national team captains, coaches, and media experts will participate in the voting process. For the first time, fans can contribute to selecting the Men's and Women's 11.
