On Thursday, December 12, 2024, Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali was dropped from the final three-man shortlist for the 2024 CAF Goalkeeper of the Year Award.
This announcement came in a social media post from the Confederation of African Football (CAF). The contenders for the prestigious award are Andre Onana (Cameroon/Manchester United), Ronwen Williams (South Africa/Mamelodi Sundowns), and Yahia Fofana (Cote d’Ivoire/Angers SCO).
Nwabali, who made a strong impression at the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations, was initially part of the shortlist after his standout performances in the tournament. Over seven games, he kept four clean sheets and saved two penalty kicks in a thrilling semi-final shootout against South Africa.
The winner of the CAF Goalkeeper of the Year Award will be revealed at a gala ceremony on Monday, December 16, 2024.
