This year, two Nigerian footballers, Ademola Lookman and William Troost-Ekong, have been nominated for the prestigious FIFA award. Lookman, a winger for Atalanta, has been nominated for the Best Men's Player award, while Ekong, a defender for Watford, has been nominated for the Best Men's 11 award.
Ademola Lookman is a 26-year-old Nigerian professional footballer who plays as a winger for Atalanta. Born in Wandsworth, London, Lookman began his football career at a young age, playing for local clubs before joining Charlton Athletic's youth academy.
Lookman's impressive skills and speed quickly earned him a spot in Charlton's first team, and he made his professional debut in 2015. His performances caught the attention of Premier League clubs, and he joined Everton in 2017.
In 2022, Lookman joined Atalanta on a permanent transfer, where he has continued to impress with his speed, skill, and goal-scoring ability. His performances have earned him a nomination for the Best Men's Player award at the FIFA Best Awards.
William Troost-Ekong is a 29-year-old Nigerian professional footballer who plays as a defender for Watford. Born in Haarlem, Netherlands, Ekong began his football career at a young age, playing for local clubs before joining Groningen's youth academy.
Ekong's impressive defensive skills quickly earned him a spot in Groningen's first team, and he made his professional debut in 2013. His performances caught the attention of other clubs, and he joined Haifa in 2015 before joining Bursaspor in 2017.
In 2018, Ekong joined Udinese on a permanent transfer, where he has continued to impress with his defensive skills and leadership. In 2022, he joined Watford, where he has been a key player in the team's defense.
Ekong's performances have earned him a nomination for the Best Men's 11 award at the FIFA Best Awards.
The FIFA Best Awards are decided through a combination of fan votes and expert panels. Fans can vote for their favorite players, including Lookman and Ekong, by selecting them for one of several preset tactical formations.
The winners of the FIFA Best Awards will be announced at a ceremony in Paris on December 17, 2023. The ceremony will be attended by football legends, coaches, and other dignitaries from around the world.
As the football world waits with bated breath for the announcement of the winners of the FIFA Best Awards, Lookman and Ekong can take pride in their nominations and the recognition of their hard work and dedication to the sport.
As the ceremony approaches, football fans around the world will be eagerly awaiting the announcement of the winners. Will Lookman and Ekong emerge victorious, or will other players take home the top prizes?
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