CAF Player Of The Year Multiple Winners

The CAF Player of the Year award is one of the most prestigious honors in African football. Over the years, several exceptional players have been recognized for their outstanding performances and contributions to their national teams and clubs. However, only a handful have achieved the remarkable feat of winning the award multiple times. One such player is Samuel Eto’o from Cameroon, who won the CAF Player of the Year award four times in his illustrious career.

Eto’o was a prolific striker known for his speed, agility, and clinical finishing. He played a crucial role in leading both his national team and club sides to numerous victories during his prime. Another player who has left an indelible mark on African football is Yaya Touré from Ivory Coast. Touré claimed the CAF Player of the Year title four consecutive times between 2011 and 2014.

A versatile midfielder with exceptional technical skills and an eye for goal, he played a pivotal role in guiding both Barcelona and Manchester City to domestic and continental success. Egyptian superstar Mohamed Salah is another multiple winner of this prestigious accolade.

Samuel Eto’o (4)

Yaya Touré (4)

Abedi Pele (3)

Didier Drogba (2)

Roger Milla (2)

Mohamed Salah (2)

Nwankwo Kalu (2)

El Hadji Diouf (2)

Victor Osimhen (1)

Salah secured back-to-back wins in 2017 and 2018 after an incredible season with Liverpool where he scored His electrifying pace, dribbling ability, and deadly accuracy make him a formidable force on the field. These exceptional players not only dominated African football but also made significant impacts on the global stage