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FirstTouch’s Top 5 African Male Ballers of 2019
Worry not about the so-called snoozing and losing, we got Africa’s top male players for 2019 right here.
Aubameyang vs Koulibaly: The fate of the furious
Napoli vs Arsenal in the UEFA Europa League quarter-final will be treated as a final by both sides. Even more interesting will be the Wakanda battle between Aubameyang and Koulibaly. Check out who we think will emerge victorious?
Auba has been clutch, but can his goals bring CL football back to the Emirates?
Aubameyang’s legend is growing quickly in London, as Arsenal’s official club website have already labelled him, “a man for all seasons.” In the midst of the issues enveloping the club, the Gabonese international cannot just stop scoring. But will his and Lacazette’s goals be enough to secure a Top 4 finish in the Premier League?
Iwobi & Aubameyang: African duo hit top form in Arsenal's 5-1 rout of Fulham
After a tough start to the season, Arsenal fans are now on cloud nine. The premier league side’s recent record of nine wins on the bounce has culminated with Gabonese international, Aubameyang and Naija boy Iwobi hitting scintillating form. Check out how they are doing it.
FT English Premier League Preview: Can Unai Emery Get Arsenal Back to Top 4
Replacing Arsene Wenger will not be an easy task, however, Unai Emery has won 10 trophies in the last 5 years, which is the most of any manager.
FT English Premier League Preview: How will Aubameyang fair during a full EPL season?
Pierre Aubameyang will look to continue his excellent form with Arsenal FC this season.
FT 2017/18 Best Africa XI: ST - Mohamed Salah
We saved the best for last with Mohamed Salah. Without a doubt, he is deserving of a place in any Best XI from the 2017/18 season. The football world is poised to see how he will follow up such a sensational season.
FT 2017/18 Best Africa XI: ST - Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal celebrates after scoring his sides first goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Burnley at Emirates Stadium on May 6, 2018 in London, England.
FT 2017/18 Best African XI: CAM - Riyad Mahrez
Riyad Mahrez has gone from strength to strength since announcing himself in the Premier League with Leicester City a few seasons ago. The Algerian will not be playing in Russia but will not be short of any suitors this summer.
FT Best African XI: LM - Sadio Mane
Sadio Mane will look to continue his momentum from an excellent season with LIverpool as he leades Senegal in the World Cup 2018.
FT Best African XI: CM - Naby Keita
Naby Keita has been consistently improving as a two-way midfielder in RB Leipzig’s midfield. His standout performances have sealed him a move to Liverpool FC.
FT 2017/18 Best African XI: CDM - Thomas Partey
Thomas Partey had a breakout season this year with Atletico Madrid and is well deserving of his place in the Best African XI.
FT 2017/18 Best African XI: RM - Wilfred Zaha
Crystal Palace Player of the Year, Wilfred Zaha, is well deserving of a place in the Best African XI for the 2017/18 season. The Ivory Coast international is already subject to numerous transfer rumors after the season he had.
FT 2017/18 Best African XI: LCB – Medhi Benatia
Medhi Benatia is one of the best center-backs in Europe and just won the Serie A with Juventus. He will bring stability to Morocco at the World Cup 2018 this summer in Russia.
FT 2017/18 Best African XI: CB – Kalidou Koulibaly
Kalidou Koulibaly is one of the most in demand center-backs in Europe due to his consistent performances for Napoli in Serie A. He will look to continue his excellent form this past season with Senegal at the World Cup 2018 in Russia.
FT 2017/18 Best African XI: RCB - Hamdi Nagguez
Hamdi Nagguez will look to continue his excellent form from the 2017/18 season with Tunisia in the World Cup 2018 this summer.
FT 2017/18 Best African XI: GK - Itumeleng Khune
Itumeleng Khune of Kaizer Chiefs and South Africa has had a standout season and is the Goalkeeper in FT 2017/18 Best African XI.
FT Fashion and Football: Wilfred Zaha
Wilfred Zaha is a player that likes to make a statement on the pitch with his dynamic style of play, as well as making a statement off the pitch with his fashion line.