Five finalists announced for 2024 African Ballon d'Or, Salah excluded

The Confederation of African Football has announced the five finalists for the 2024 African Ballon d'Or. Notably, Mohamed Salah has been excluded from the list, which includes Simon Adingra, Serhou Guirassy, Achraf Hakimi, Ademola Lookman, and Ronwen Williams. This year's nominees highlight players who have excelled in various competitions. Lookman scored a hat-trick in the Europa League final, while Adingra played a key role in Ivory Coast's Africa Cup of Nations victory. Salah's omission has surprised many, given his strong performance last season, where he contributed significantly to Liverpool's success. Other notable absentees include Victor Osimhen and Nicolas Jackson.