Atalanta’s Ademola Lookman Nominated for 2024 Globe Soccer Awards
Atalanta winger Ademola Lookman has received a nomination for the prestigious 2024 Globe Soccer Awards. The announcement was made on Thursday by the organizers, who revealed the list of nominees on X, with Lookman being recognized alongside footballing icons such as Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Kylian Mbappé, and Erling Haaland.
Lookman’s nomination follows a stellar year for both club and country as the 27-year-old has been in exceptional form, finishing 14th in the 2024 Ballon d’Or rankings. Additionally, He is also a contender for the CAF Men’s Player of the Year award, highlighting his impressive performances on the international stage.
During the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Côte d’Ivoire, Lookman played a key role in Nigeria’s campaign, scoring three goals in seven appearances. His contributions were instrumental in helping the Super Eagles make a strong showing in the tournament.
On the club front, Lookman has continued to shine for Atalanta, where he achieved a remarkable feat by scoring a historic hat-trick in the UEFA Europa League final against Bayer Leverkusen. His performances over the past year have solidified his place among some of the best players in world football.