Former Super Eagles head coach, Jose Peseiro, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Ademola Lookman following his remarkable achievement of being named the 2024 CAF Men’s Player of the Year, writes Nigeriasoccernet.com.
The accolade cements Lookman’s status as one of the most outstanding footballers in Nigeria and across the African continent.
In a statement shared on his official Facebook account, Peseiro lauded Lookman’s exceptional skill and work ethic, emphasizing that the Atalanta forward is fully deserving of the prestigious recognition. The Portuguese tactician also acknowledged the invaluable support and contributions of Lookman’s teammates in both the Super Eagles and his club.
“Congratulations @molalookman on winning the CAF Player of the Year 2024 award! This is a well-deserved recognition of your incredible talent and immense contributions to Nigerian and African football,” Peseiro wrote. He further highlighted the collective efforts of the national team, stating, “It is crucial to recognize the role of the Nigerian national team, whose synergy and collective performance contributed significantly to this individual honor. It’s also a moment of pride for Nigerian football, as a Super Eagle has won the award for the second year in a row after @victorosimhen9’s victory last year.”
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Lookman’s victory places him among the elite ranks of Nigerian football legends, as he becomes the sixth player from the nation to receive this honor. He joins a distinguished list that includes Rashidi Yekini, Emmanuel Amuneke, Victor Ikpeba, Kanu Nwankwo, and Victor Osimhen.
Lookman’s stellar performances over the past year have been pivotal to his recognition. He played a crucial role in Nigeria’s qualification campaign for major tournaments and showcased exceptional form with Atalanta in Serie A, consistently delivering goals and assists that earned him widespread acclaim. His impact has solidified his reputation as one of Africa’s most electrifying and reliable forwards.
The award also underscores the resurgence of Nigerian football on the continental stage, with back-to-back victories by Super Eagles players symbolizing a bright future for the nation’s football.
Oluwayemi Omolagba