**Super Eagles’ Lookman Rises to 14th in 2024 Ballon d’Or Rankings**
In a significant achievement for African football, Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman has secured the 14th position in the 2024 Ballon d’Or standings, becoming the only African player to feature among this year’s top 30 shortlisted.
Lookman, now the second Nigerian to receive such a prestigious nomination within two years, follows compatriot Victor Osimhen’s historic breakthrough into the top 10 last year, where he finished eighth overall.
The 2023/24 season saw Lookman delivering standout performances for both club and country, contributing 17 goals and 10 assists across all competitions for Italian side Atalanta. His crowning moment came in the UEFA Europa League final, where his hat-trick secured victory for Atalanta and added to his rising profile on the global football stage.
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