Sadio Mane: Bayern Munich striker named African Footballer of Year on memorable night for Senegal
Sadio Mane scored three goals at this year's Africa Cup of Nations - and the winning penalty in the final shootout - as Senegal won their first continental title
"I thank the Senegalese people, and dedicate this trophy to the youth of my country," added Mane, who also helped Senegal reach the World Cup and won two domestic cups with Liverpool. "We waited a long time for this Nations Cup," said Augustin Senghor, the president of Senegal's football federation. "We are a good example to all those teams who have not yet won ."
African and Moroccan champions Wydad Casablanca took the club of the year prize for the second time in a row, while Egypt goalkeeper Mohamed El Shenawy, whose Nations Cup ended early because of injury, was named the interclub player of the year.After a stellar season in which she won Spain's Pichichi award for the top scorer, Oshoala became the first player to win five women's awards, having previously shared eight with compatriot Perpetua Nkwocha.
"2021-22 season was really tough for me as an individual, and I'd like to thank everyone who has stood by me. One of just three women's coaches at a Wafcon featuring 12 sides for the first time, Ellis - whose side can win the trophy for the first time on Saturday - dedicated her honour to her fellow female coaches.
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