Harambee Stars captain Michael Olunga participates in The Best FIFA Awards contributing to the selection of top football talent.
Harambee Stars captain Michael Olunga's selections for The Best FIFA Men’s Awards have been unveiled showcasing his preference for football's leading luminaries in 2022.
In an event marked by glitz and glamour Lionel Messi emerged as the main victor, securing his seventh World Player of the Year title in The Best FIFA Men’s Player category.
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Simultaneously, Argentina's tactician Lionel Scaloni was celebrated as The Best FIFA Men’s Coach of the Year.
Olunga, representing Kenya's football aspirations, cast his votes in a process that amalgamates global opinions from team captains, coaches, journalists, and fans.
His top picks for the Men’s Player award were Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, and Victor Osimhen.
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This selection mirrors a global trend, with Messi leading the scoreboard with 52 points, followed by Mbappe with 44, and Karim Benzema trailing with 34.
In the coaching realm, Olunga's choices reflected a blend of tactical brilliance and leadership. His number one pick was Pep Guardiola, known for his innovative strategies at Manchester City.
Following closely were Xavi, heralded for his work at Barcelona, and Luciano Spalletti, recognized for his contributions to Napoli's success.
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The voting process for The Best FIFA Awards is a comprehensive system that incorporates the voices of national team coaches, captains, a select group of journalists, and registered fans on FIFA.com.
Each participant is required to nominate three players, coaches, and goalkeepers in descending order of merit, based on specific criteria outlined in the award guidelines.
Nominees are awarded points on a scale – five points for a first-place nomination, three for second, and one for third. The cumulative points from all voting groups ultimately determine the finalists and winners, ensuring a democratic and global representation in the decision-making process.
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