Ejuke, Adams make shortlist for Sporty LALIGA African Player of the Season Award
Ademola Ejuke and Samuel Chukwueze's impressive performances in the Spanish top flight have earned them a spot on the shortlist for the 2025/26 Sporty LALIGA African Player of the Season Award. The award, now in its fifth edition, celebrates the growing influence of African footballers in LALIGA EA SPORTS. Fans across Africa will play a crucial role in deciding the winner through a voting process that combines public input with the assessment of a panel of experts. The eventual winner will join an illustrious list of past recipients, including two-time winner Iñaki Williams of Athletic Club and Morocco international Yassine Bounou. The nominees have been selected for their outstanding performances during the campaign, with the winner set to be determined through a combination of fan votes and expert assessment.
The voting process, which opened on 17 March, will run until 10 May 2026. The award ceremony is scheduled to take place in Lagos on 23 May, coinciding with the final weekend of the LALIGA EA SPORTS season. This year's nominees include several standout African players, with Ejuke and Chukwueze vying for the top honour alongside other talented individuals.
The Sporty Group and LALIGA partnership has been instrumental in celebrating the incredible contribution African players make to Spanish football. The award recognises players who inspire millions of supporters across Africa every weekend, and the voting process gives fans the chance to participate and be part of the celebration.
Nigeria's Ademola Ejuke is in the running for a prestigious award, and this recognition is a testament to his hard work and dedication to the sport. Ejuke's impressive performances in the Spanish top flight have not gone unnoticed, and it will be exciting to see if he can take home the top honour. With his skills on the field, Ejuke is a strong contender for the award, and fans across Africa will be eagerly awaiting the results.
