The annual Globe Soccer Awards are set to take place December 28th in the United Arab Emirates, recognizing top performances in football. This year’s nominations have drawn attention with a surprising omission: Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah was left off the final shortlists for both Best Player and Best Attacker, despite winning the Best Player award in 2022 thru a fan vote. The awards will also recognize top coaches and highlight rising talent from the Saudi League, acknowledging the sport’s growing global reach.
Mohamed Salah has been left out of the final shortlist for the 2025 Globe Soccer Awards for both Best Attacker and Best Player in the World.
The awards ceremony is scheduled for December 28th in the United Arab Emirates.
Salah was initially among the nominees for both prestigious awards, recognizing the world’s top footballing talent.
The Liverpool star previously claimed the Globe Soccer Award for Best Player in 2022, as voted by fans.
The final nominees for Best Player are:
-Ousmane Dembélé
– Kylian Mbappé
– Raphinha
– Vitinha
– Lamine Yamal
The contenders for Best Attacker are:
– Ousmane Dembélé
– Kylian Mbappé
– Raphinha
– Khvicha Kvaratskhelia
– Lamine Yamal
In the running for the Best Coach award are Luis Enrique, Mikel Arteta, Enzo Maresca, Hans Flick, and Xabi Alonso.
Cristiano Ronaldo, Karim Benzema, Salem Al-Dossari, and Riyad Mahrez will compete for the Best Player in the Middle East award, highlighting the growing talent within the Saudi League.
