The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) concluded with a rich harvest of individual accolades, celebrating standout performances that lit up the tournament and underlined Africa’s growing depth of footballing excellence.
Senegal’s talisman Sadio Mané was crowned TotalEnergies Man of the Competition, capping a commanding tournament defined by leadership, consistency and decisive moments.
Mané’s influence went far beyond goals, as he drove Senegal’s attacking play, inspired teammates with his work rate, and delivered match-winning contributions at crucial stages of the competition.
His award recognises a complete tournament performance from one of Africa’s most accomplished stars.
Morocco’s attacking midfielder Brahim Díaz emerged as the tournament’s most lethal finisher, claiming the PUMA Top Scorer award after netting five goals.
Díaz’s sharp movement, technical brilliance and composure in front of goal proved vital for the Atlas Lions, as he consistently troubled opposing defences and delivered in high-pressure situations.
His goal haul underlined Morocco’s attacking potency throughout AFCON 2025.
Adding to Morocco’s impressive showing, the North African giants were honoured with the Fair Play Team Award, a recognition of their discipline, sportsmanship and respect for the spirit of the game across the tournament.
The accolade reflects the team’s professionalism on and off the pitch, reinforcing their reputation as one of Africa’s most organised and well-drilled sides.
Between the posts, Morocco’s dependable shot-stopper Yassine Bounou was named Best Goalkeeper of AFCON 2025.
Bounou’s reflex saves, commanding presence and calm distribution played a crucial role in Morocco’s defensive solidity.
Time and again, he rose to the occasion with match-saving interventions, earning widespread praise from fans, pundits and opponents alike.
As the curtain falls on AFCON 2025, the individual awards highlight a tournament rich in quality, passion and memorable performances.
From Mané’s all-round brilliance to Díaz’s goal-scoring flair and Bounou’s goalkeeping excellence, the honours reflect the diverse talents that continue to elevate African football on the global stage.