The 2025 CAF Awards are about to unfold in the vibrant city of Rabat, Morocco, on November 19, 2025, and it's shaping up to be an unmissable gala event! This prestigious celebration is all about honoring the crème de la crème of African football,an extravaganza that will spotlight the most phenomenal players, coaches, and teams from across the continent!

Taking place at the magnificent Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P), this star-studded ceremony will kick off at 19:00 local time (18:00 GMT). The glittering night will be hosted by none other than Beninese music icon Angélique Kidjo and Moroccan comedic sensation Oualass! And you thought it couldn't get any better? Brace yourself for electrifying performances from celebrated artists like Moroccan songbird Douaa Lahyaoui, Congolese legend Awilo Longomba, and Ghana's very own Fuse ODG.

This year's awards will honor jaw-dropping performances spanning from January 6 to October 15, 2025, across a myriad of categories that celebrate the trailblazers of African football. Expect to see awards for individual stars and dynamic teams, as the continent’s dedication to the beautiful game takes center stage! From the coveted CAF African Player of the Year to the inspiring CAF African Women’s Player of the Year, the accolades are a true testament to the phenomenal talent and unyielding commitment of African footballers.

In the spotlight for the esteemed CAF African Player of the Year award, we have the brilliant Victor Osimhen, the reigning 2023 winner, gearing up for fierce competition against the legendary Mohamed Salah and the sensational Achraf Hakimi! And don’t overlook the incredible women in the game,Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade is vying for the Women’s Player of the Year, while goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie could achieve a remarkable third consecutive honor! Talk about stakes!

This prestigious awards ceremony will shower accolades upon the brightest stars of African football, including:

• CAF African Player of the Year
• CAF African Women’s Player of the Year
• CAF African Goalkeeper of the Year
• CAF African Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year
• CAF Interclub Player of the Year
• CAF Men’s Coach of the Year
• CAF Young Player of the Year
• CAF Young Women’s Player of the Year
• CAF Men’s Club of the Year
• CAF Men’s National Team of the Year
• CAF Women’s National Team of the Year
• CAF Goal of the Year

But wait! In a twist of drama, the winners of the CAF Women’s Coach of the Year, Women’s Interclub Player of the Year, and Women’s Club of the Year will be unveiled later due to the gripping ongoing CAF Women’s Champions League taking place in Egypt. Keep your eyes peeled!

Here’s a snapshot of the nominees who are vying for glory:

African Player of the Year (in alphabetical order):

• Achraf Hakimi (Morocco / Paris Saint-Germain)
• Mohamed Salah (Egypt / Liverpool)
• Victor Osimhen (Nigeria / Galatasaray)

Goalkeeper of the Year (in alphabetical order):

• Yassine Bounou (Morocco / Al Hilal)
• Munir Mohamedi (Morocco / RS Berkane)
• Ronwen Williams (South Africa / Mamelodi Sundowns)

Interclub Player of the Year (in alphabetical order):

• Mohamed Chibi (Morocco / Pyramids)
• Oussama Lamlioui (Morocco / RS Berkane)
• Fiston Mayele (DR Congo / Pyramids)

Men’s Coach of the Year (in alphabetical order):

• Bubista (Cape Verde)
• Mohamed Ouahbi (Morocco U-20)
• Walid Regragui (Morocco)

Young African Player of the Year (in alphabetical order):

• Othmane Maamma (Morocco / Watford)
• Abdellah Ouazane (Morocco / Ajax)
• Tylon Smith (South Africa / Queens Park Rangers)

Men’s National Team of the Year (in alphabetical order):

• Cape Verde
• Morocco
• Morocco U-20

Men’s Club of the Year:

• Mamelodi Sundowns
• Pyramids
• RS Berkane

African Women’s Player of the Year (in alphabetical order):

• Rasheedat Ajibade (Nigeria / Paris Saint-Germain)
• Ghizlaine Chebbak (Morocco / Al Hilal)
• Sanaa Mssoudy (Morocco / AS FAR)

African Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year (in alphabetical order):

• Andile Dlamini (South Africa / Mamelodi Sundowns)
• Khadija Er-Rmichi (Morocco / AS FAR)
• Chiamaka Nnadozie (Nigeria / Brighton & Hove Albion)

Young African Women’s Player of the Year (in alphabetical order):

• Shakirat Abidemi Moshood (Nigeria / Bayelsa Queens)
• Doha El Madani (Morocco / AS FAR)
• Adji Ndiaye (Senegal / AS Bambey)

Women’s National Team of the Year:

• Ghana
• Morocco
• Nigeria

The 2025 CAF Awards are set to be a night filled with celebration, recognition, and inspiration,an unforgettable showcase of the brilliance and passion fueling African football! As the continent continues to churn out world-class talent, this spectacular event serves as a thrilling reminder of the love and dedication that makes the beautiful game shine in Africa!