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FIFA announced yesterday the nominees for the prestigious “The Best FIFA Football Awards,” spotlighting standout talent from around the world.
The list saw Morocco’s Atlas Lions making their mark among this year’s nominees, with three key players up for individual honors.
Goalkeeper Yassine Bounou, forward Soufiane Rahimi, and defender Achraf Hakimi have all been nominated for the top awards in their respective categories.
The nominees, who were selected based on their performances between August 21, 2023, and August 10, 2024, represent a broad range of footballing excellence.
Bounou has been recognized for his impressive shot-stopping ability, while Rahimi’s goal-scoring prowess and Hakimi’s defensive skill have also earned them places among the world’s best.
As usual, the voting process will be open to the public, with voting taking place until December 10. Fans, national team captains, coaches, and media representatives all have an equal voice in the decision-making process, ensuring a diverse range of perspectives in selecting the winners.
This inclusive system has made the FIFA awards a highly anticipated event each year, as supporters from around the world actively engage in recognizing global football talent.
One of the most exciting aspects of this year’s awards is the continued possibility for Moroccan players to form part of the FIFA Men’s and Women’s XI, an honor that would solidify their place among the sport’s elite.
Bounou, Hakimi, and Rahimi’s nominations in their respective categories increase Morocco’s chances of being represented in the ultimate line-up, which is determined by both the public and an expert panel.
FIFA has also updated its voting procedure for the awards this year, giving fans more influence than ever before. For the FIFA Men’s and Women’s XI, fans will have the opportunity to choose their ideal team from a pool of 77 male and female players, including 22 defenders, midfielders, forwards, and 11 goalkeepers.
In addition to these categories, the voting for the FIFA Player of the Year, FIFA Women’s Player of the Year, FIFA Coaches’ awards, and Goalkeeper of the Year awards remains divided between the public and experts.
But only supporters will have the power to decide the winner for the FIFA Fan Award, while the Fair Play Award will be selected by a panel of experts.
This year’s FIFA awards are poised to showcase the depth and diversity of global football talent, with Morocco’s Lions of the Atlas playing a prominent role in the race for individual honors.
With the voting now open, fans worldwide are eager to cast their votes and have a say in shaping the future of the sport.
Source: Morocco word news
