Mohammed Kudus has been named Footballer of the Year at the 2024 Ghana Football Awards, securing this prestigious title for the second consecutive year.
The West Ham United midfielder surpassed competitors Abdul Fatawu Issahaku, Osman Bukari, and Inaki Williams to claim the award once more.
Kudus had an outstanding debut season with West Ham United, scoring 14 goals and providing six assists in 45 appearances. His exceptional performances propelled the Hammers to the quarterfinals of the UEFA Europa League, where he scored five goals.
The 23-year-old also played a crucial role for the Black Stars, participating in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) held in Ivory Coast. Despite the team’s early exit, Kudus made a notable impact by scoring twice during the tournament.
Kudus was further celebrated for his remarkable solo goal against Freiburg in the UEFA Europa League.
Complete List of Winners
– Footballer of the Year: Mohammed Kudus – West Ham United
– Women’s Footballer of the Year: Jennifer Kankam Yeboah – ZED FC, Egypt
– Men’s Coach of the Year: Nurudeen Amadu – FC Samartex
– Women’s Coach of the Year: Yussif Basigi – Hasaacas Ladies/Black Princesses
– Odartey Lamptey Future Star Award: Abdul Aziz Issah – Dreams FC
– Goalkeeper of the Year: Kofi Baah – FC Samartex
– Home-based Footballer of the Year (Male): Emmanuel Keyekeh – FC Samartex
– Home-based Footballer of the Year (Female): Abdulai Mukarama – Hasaacas Ladies
– Goal of the Year: Mohammed Kudus – West Ham United
– Best Ghanaian Club CEO: Richard Duah Nsenkyire – FC Samartex
– Male Team of the Year: FC Samartex
– Female Team of the Year: Hasaacas Ladies
– Most Vibrant Club on Social Media: Dreams FC
– Special Fan(s) of the Year: Casfordians
– Special Awards: The Black Challenge
– Thumbs Up Award: Gold Fields, MTN Ghana
– Living Legend Award: Nanasam Brew Butler, Adjoa Bayor
The 2024 Ghana Football Awards celebrated the exceptional talents and contributions of Ghanaian footballers and coaches, both domestically and internationally.