A Rising Star on the Global Stage

Abdul Aziz Issah, the former Dreams FC midfield sensation now on loan at Barcelona, has etched his name into African football history with a nomination for the prestigious CAF Goal of the Year award. His jaw-dropping long-range strike for Dreams FC against APC Lobito in the CAF Confederation Cup has been shortlisted among 11 awe-inspiring goals for 2024.

The nomination is a testament to Issah’s remarkable talent and his ability to produce moments of magic on the field. With his goal capturing the essence of skill, precision, and audacity, it stands as a proud moment for Ghanaian football.

Issah faces stiff competition, including goals from notable stars such as Sébastien Haller, Saïd Benrahma, and Ibrahim Adel. Voting for the award is open until December 12, with the winner set to be unveiled at the grand CAF Awards Gala in Morocco on December 16.

The Full List of Nominees for CAF Goal of the Year 2024

1. Abdul Aziz Issah (Dreams FC) – Dreams FC vs APC Lobito (CAF Confederation Cup)

2. Aboubakary Koita (Mauritania) – Mauritania vs Angola (AFCON 2023)

3. Denis Omedi (Kitara FC) – Kitara FC vs KCCA FC (FUFA Super 8)

4. Ibrahim Adel (Egypt) – Mauritania vs Egypt (AFCON 2025 Qualifiers)

5. Kevin Pina (Cape Verde) – Cape Verde vs Mozambique (AFCON 2023)

6. Cristovao Mabululu (Angola) – Angola vs Namibia (AFCON 2023)

7. Nene Dorgeles (Mali) – Mali vs Côte d’Ivoire (AFCON 2023)

8. Saïd Benrahma (Algeria) – Algeria vs Togo (AFCON 2025 Qualifiers)

9. Sébastien Haller (Côte d’Ivoire) – Nigeria vs Côte d’Ivoire (AFCON 2023)

10. Wessam Abou Ali (Al Ahly) – Al Ahly vs TP Mazembe (CAF Champions League)

11. Yassine Benzia (Algeria) – Algeria vs South Africa (FIFA Series 2024)

As fans across the continent and beyond cast their votes, Abdul Aziz Issah’s dazzling effort symbolizes the exceptional talent emerging from African football.