CAF Awards 2025: Complete winners list for Men & Women Youth and National Teams was officially unveiled on Wednesday night, marking a historic celebration of African football excellence. The glittering ceremony, held at the prestigious Mohammed VI Polytechnic University in Rabat, honored the continent’s elite performers for the period spanning 6 January to 15 October 2025.
While the night was heavily defined by a Moroccan “clean sweep,” it also provided a platform to recognize the stellar achievements of icons from Nigeria, Cape Verde, DR Congo, and Egypt. The atmosphere in Rabat was electric as legends of the game gathered to witness Achraf Hakimi and Ghizlane Chebbak take home the top individual honors.
A Historic Night for Moroccan Football
The CAF Awards 2025 will be remembered as the night the Atlas Lions roared loudest. Morocco’s dominance was evident across almost every category, reflecting the country’s massive investment in football infrastructure and development.
Headlining the winners was Paris Saint-Germain star Achraf Hakimi, who was crowned the African Player of the Year. Hakimi’s victory is a landmark moment; he is the first defender to win the award since 1973 and the first Moroccan to do so since Mustapha Hadji in 1998.
“In a sky full of stars, one outshines them all! His. Him. Hakimi. Player of the Year!” — CAF Official Statement
Hakimi’s selection was undisputed following a trophy-laden season. His year included lifting the UEFA Champions League, UEFA Super Cup, Ligue 1, and Coupe de France titles, alongside a pivotal role in helping Morocco qualify for the 2026 World Cup.
Women’s Football Takes Center Stage
In the women’s categories, the CAF Awards 2025 highlighted the growing competitiveness of the female game. The coveted African Player of the Year (Women) award went to Ghizlane Chebbak. The Al Hilal midfielder was instrumental in Morocco’s run to the WAFCON final, finishing as the tournament’s top scorer.
Meanwhile, Nigeria’s dominance in the goalkeeping department continued. Chiamaka Nnadozie secured the Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year title for a record-extending third consecutive year. Her heroics for the Super Falcons and her club, Brighton, have cemented her status as arguably the best shot-stopper the continent has ever produced.
Complete Winners List Breakdown
Below is the CAF Awards 2025: Complete winners list for Men & Women Youth and National Teams, showcasing the talent that defined the year.
Men’s Categories
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African Player of the Year: Achraf Hakimi (Morocco / Paris Saint-Germain)
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Goalkeeper of the Year: Yassine Bounou (Morocco / Al Hilal)
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Note: Bounou was recognized for his consistent world-class performances and inclusion in the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Best XI.
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Coach of the Year: Bubista (Cape Verde)
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Note: Bubista made history by leading Cape Verde to their first-ever FIFA World Cup qualification.
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Interclub Player of the Year: Fiston Mayele (DR Congo / Pyramids)
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Young Player of the Year: Othmane Maamma (Morocco / Watford)
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Club of the Year: Pyramids FC (Egypt)
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National Team of the Year: Morocco U20
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Note: A rare feat where a youth team won the senior category, honored for winning the U20 World Cup.
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Women’s Categories
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Player of the Year: Ghizlane Chebbak (Morocco / Al Hilal)
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Goalkeeper of the Year: Chiamaka Nnadozie (Nigeria / Brighton)
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Young Player of the Year: Doha El Madani (Morocco / AS FAR)
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National Team of the Year: Nigeria (Super Falcons)
Fan Voted & Special Awards
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Goal of the Year: Clement Mzize (Tanzania / Young Africans)
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Note: Won for his ferocious strike against TP Mazembe in the Champions League.
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Emerging Talent and Youth Development
A significant theme of the CAF Awards 2025 was the spotlight on youth. The complete winners list features rising stars who are already making waves globally.
Othmane Maamma took home the Best Young African Player (Men) award. The Watford starlet was the driving force behind Morocco’s historic FIFA U20 World Cup triumph—the first time an African nation has claimed that global title. Similarly, Doha El Madani retained her crown as the Best Young African Female Player, proving that the future of Moroccan women’s football is in safe hands.
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Regional Impact and Future Outlook
While Morocco dominated, the CAF Awards 2025: Complete winners list for Men & Women Youth and National Teams also highlighted the rise of other nations.
Pyramids FC of Egypt finally broke through to win Best Men’s Club after capturing their maiden CAF Champions League title. DR Congo’s Fiston Mayele was recognized as the best Interclub player, a testament to the quality of talent remaining within the continent’s domestic leagues.
As the curtains closed on the ceremony in Rabat, the focus now shifts to how these winners will perform on the road to the 2026 World Cup. For Achraf Hakimi and the new generation of African stars, the accolade is not just a reward but a motivation to conquer even greater heights.
Here are two references from mainstream media confirming the winners of the CAF Awards 2025:
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Olympics.com
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Headline: CAF Awards 2025: Achraf Hakimi and Ghizlane Chebbak named African Players of the Year
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Date: November 19, 2025
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Link: https://olympics.com/en/news/caf-awards-2025-hakimi-and-ghizlane-chebbak
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Premium Times (Nigeria)
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Headline: CAF Awards: Full list of winners as Morocco dominate 2025 ceremony
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Date: November 20, 2025
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