Super Eagles’ sensation, Victor Osimhen, who delivered a thrilling hat-trick performance in an AFCON Qualifier against Sao Tome and Principe, has achieved something extraordinary – FIFA Best Men’s Player of the year nominee.
He’s now a contender for FIFA’s prestigious The Best Men’s Player of the Year award.
Osimhen’s incredible journey includes winning the 2022-23 Italian Serie A, claiming the top scorer title in the 2022-23 Serie A season, and earning a well-deserved spot in the 2022-23 Serie A Team of the Season.
Now, let’s take a look at the remarkable players nominated alongside the Super Eagles’ star:
1. Julián Álvarez:
He conquered the 2022-23 English Premier League, secured the 2022-23 English FA Cup, and clinched the 2022-23 UEFA Champions League.
Remarkably, he became the first player to achieve a FIFA World Cup win and a European treble in a single season.
2. Marcelo Brozović:
Although a UEFA Champions League runner-up in 2022-23, Brozović had an impressive season, winning the 2022 Supercoppa Italiana and the 2022-23 Coppa Italia.
He also showcased his skills as the Player of the Match in the 2022-23 UEFA Nations League final.
3. Kevin De Bruyne:
A force to be reckoned with, De Bruyne secured victory in the 2022-23 English Premier League and the 2022-23 English FA Cup.
He dominated the Premier League assists chart and earned his place in the UEFA Champions League Team of the Season for 2022-23.
4. İlkay Gündoğan:
Gündoğan is another player who tasted success in the 2022-23 English Premier League, the 2022-23 English FA Cup, and the 2022-23 UEFA Champions League.
5. Erling Haaland:
This young sensation dominated the English Premier League and FA Cup in the 2022-23 season. He not only clinched the Golden Boot but also set a record for the most goals scored in an EPL season.
Additionally, Haaland was the UEFA Champions League top scorer and the recipient of the 2022-23 European Golden Shoe.
6. Rodrigo Hernández Cascante:
Cascante played a pivotal role in his team’s victories in the 2022-23 English Premier League, FA Cup, and UEFA Nations League.
He was named Player of the Tournament in the latter and even scored the winning goal in the 2022-23 UEFA Champions League final.
7. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia:
The rising star won the 2022-23 Italian Serie A title with Victor Osimhen, earned the title of 2022-23 Serie A Most Valuable Player, and found himself in the esteemed 2022-23 Serie A Team of the Season.
His outstanding goal also claimed the 2022-23 Serie A Goal of the Season award, and he was honored as the 2022-23 UEFA Champions League Young Player of the Season.
8. Kylian Mbappé:
The French prodigy conquered the 2022-23 French Ligue 1, was named the 2022-23 Ligue 1 Player of the Year, and emerged as the top scorer in Ligue 1.
9. Lionel Messi:
Messi’s magic worked again in the 2022-23 French Ligue 1, earning him the league title and a spot in the Ligue 1 Team of the Year.
He also topped the Ligue 1 assists chart, reached a personal milestone with his 100th goal for Argentina, and became the all-time top scorer in the top five European leagues.
10. Declan Rice:
Rice secured the 2022-23 UEFA Europa Conference League and was named the Player of the Season in that competition.
He also earned a well-deserved place in the UEFA Europa Conference League Team of the Season.
11. Bernardo Silva:
Silva had an outstanding season, winning the 2022-23 English Premier League, the 2022-23 English FA Cup, and the 2022-23 UEFA Champions League.
His excellence earned him a spot in the UEFA Champions League Team of the Season for 2022-23.
Keep in mind that the qualification period for the Best FIFA Football Awards 2023 spans from December 19, 2022, to August 20, 2023, excluding the FIFA World Cup 2022.
The competition is fierce, and these players have undoubtedly left an indelible mark on the football world during this period.
Stay tuned to witness who claims the coveted title of The Best Men’s Player of the Year.
Be the first to comment on "Victor Osimhen nominated for FIFA Best Men’s Player of the Year award"