CAF Awards: Morocco, the ideal setting for ceremony

CAF Awards: Morocco, the ideal setting for ceremony
Tuesday 10 December 2024 - 23:49

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced that the 2024 CAF Awards will return to Morocco for the third consecutive year, with Marrakech hosting the event for the second year in a row. CAF described the city’s rich football history and vibrant culture as the ideal setting for the continental celebration.

The awards ceremony will take place Monday at the Marrakech Conference Palace, beginning at 7 p.m. The event will honor the best players, coaches, and clubs from across Africa, with several Moroccan nominees in key categories.

Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi is in contention for Best African Player, while Monaco’s Elias Ben Seghir is a finalist for Best Young Player. Renaissance Berkane is nominated for Best Club of the Year, and AS FAR Women’s Club is competing for Best Women’s Team.

AS FAR’s Suad Massoudi is a leading contender for Best Female Player, while teammate Khadija Er-Rmichi is a finalist for Best Goalkeeper. Both players, along with Doha Madani, are also nominated for Best Club Player. Mohamed Amin Alaoui, head coach of AS FAR Women’s Club, is in the running for Best Coach.

Morocco’s women’s national team has been nominated for Best Women’s National Team, solidifying the country’s strong presence across multiple categories.

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