Ghanaian midfielders Mohammed Kudus and Thomas Partey have achieved recognition at the 2023 CAF Awards in Morocco, securing spots in the prestigious Team of the Year.
Kudus and Partey, both midfielders for West Ham and Arsenal respectively, have been acknowledged among the continent’s best players for their stellar performances during the year in review. Kudus notably played a pivotal role in Ghana’s 2022 FIFA World Cup campaign and excelled at Ajax Amsterdam, netting an impressive 18 goals. His outstanding contributions led to a significant move to the English Premier League, where he joined West Ham during the summer transfer window.
Meanwhile, Thomas Partey played a key role in guiding Arsenal back to the UEFA Champions League for the first time in seven years, marking a successful campaign for the club. The recognition of both players in the Team of the Year reflects their exceptional skills and contributions to their respective teams.
The Black Stars duo shares the honour with other standout players, including Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana, Moroccan talents Sofyan Amrabat and Achraf Hakimi, and Senegal’s Kalidou Koulibaly. The team is further complemented by the inclusion of Thomas Partey’s compatriots Chancel Mbemba, Sadio Mane, and Zambo Anguissa. Completing the distinguished lineup are renowned footballers Mohamed Salah and Victor Osimhen.
