The Confederation of African Football (CAF) Awards 2025 delivered yet another unforgettable night in African football, unveiling the biggest winners across its most celebrated categories. The event often described as the continent’s most glamorous football celebration once again spotlighted the athletes, teams, and coaches whose performances defined the year. From rising stars to established icons, the ceremony captured the spirit of African excellence on and off the pitch.
This year’s edition attracted massive attention from football lovers across Africa and around the world, who tuned in to witness moments of recognition, pride, and history. The ceremony showcased a remarkable lineup of talents in both men’s and women’s football, reflecting the depth and diversity of the sport on the continent.
It also honoured the strategic minds behind the game, celebrating coaches who have shaped winning teams and elevated African football to new heights.
Beyond individual and team achievements, the awards served as a reminder of how far African football has come and how much progress continues to be made. Each category represented a story of hard work, resilience, and unwavering commitment, highlighting the continent’s growing influence on the global stage. From the energy of club competitions to the determination of national teams, the ceremony amplified narratives of unity, passion, and ambition.
As the night drew to a close, the spotlight turned to the full list of this year’s standout achievers. The CAF Awards 2025 winners not only reflect excellence but also embody the promise of African football’s future.
Below is the complete list of honourees who claimed the continent’s highest football accolades for the year:
African Player of the Year
- Achraf Hakimi (Morocco / Paris Saint-Germain) – Winner
- Mohamed Salah (Egypt / Liverpool)
- Victor Osimhen (Nigeria / Galatasaray)
Goalkeeper of the Year
- Yassine Bounou (Morocco / Al Hilal) – Winner
- Munir Mohamedi (Morocco / RS Berkane)
- Ronwen Williams (South Africa / Mamelodi Sundowns)
Interclub Player of the Year
- Mohamed Chibi (Morocco / Pyramids)
- Oussama Lamlioui (Morocco / RS Berkane)
- Fiston Mayele (DR Congo / Pyramids) – Winner
Men’s Coach of the Year
- Bubista (Cape Verde) – Winner
- Mohamed Ouahbi (Morocco U-20)
- Walid Regragui (Morocco)
Young African Player of the Year
- Othmane Maamma (Morocco / Watford) – Winner
- Abdellah Ouazane (Morocco / Ajax)
- Tylon Smith (South Africa / Queens Park Rangers)
Men’s National Team of the Year
- Cape Verde
- Morocco
- Morocco U-20 – Winner
Men’s Club of the Year
- Mamelodi Sundowns
- Pyramids FC – Winner
- RS Berkane
Winners for di Women’s category
African Women’s Player of the Year
- Rasheedat Ajibade (Nigeria / Paris Saint-Germain)
- Ghizlaine Chebbak (Morocco / Al Hilal) – Winner
- Sanaa Mssoudy (Morocco / AS FAR)
African Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year
- Andile Dlamini (South Africa / Mamelodi Sundowns)
- Khadija Er-Rmichi (Morocco / AS FAR)
- Chiamaka Nnadozie (Nigeria / Brighton & Hove Albion) – Winner.
Young African Women’s Player of the Year
- Shakirat Abidemi Moshood (Nigeria / Bayelsa Queens)
- Doha El Madani (Morocco / AS FAR) – Winner
- Adji Ndiaye (Senegal / AS Bambey)
Women’s National Team
- Ghana
- Morocco
- Nigeria – Winner