Mohammed Kudus Shortlisted for 2024 FIFA Puskas Award for Spectacular Solo Goal (Video)

Ghanaian football sensation Mohammed Kudus has been nominated for the prestigious 2024 FIFA Puskas Award, following his dazzling solo goal against Freiburg in the Europa League last season. The 22-year-old West Ham United midfielder’s incredible display of skill continues to capture the attention of football fans worldwide.

Kudus’ goal, which earned him West Ham’s Goal of the Season award, saw him collect the ball near the halfway line, expertly maneuver around several defenders, and fire a powerful shot with his weaker foot that left the goalkeeper helpless. This stunning strike has now secured him a spot among the nominees for the Puskas Award, which recognizes the best goal of the year.

The competition for the 2024 award is fierce, with Kudus facing off against notable players such as Manchester United’s Alejandro Garnacho, who scored an acrobatic overhead kick against Everton, and Inter Milan’s Federico Dimarco, whose thunderous shot against Frosinone also garnered widespread praise.

African players also feature prominently in the nominations, with Nigeria’s Paul Onuachu, Uganda’s Dennis Omedi, and Algeria’s Yassine Benzia all in the running, showcasing the continent’s impressive footballing talent.

The winner of the FIFA Puskas Award will be revealed at the FIFA Awards ceremony in January 2025. For Kudus, this nomination marks another milestone in his remarkable career, highlighting his growing influence on the global football scene.

Watch the incredible goal below: