PFA honors Senegal stars Gueye and Ndiaye after AFCON triumph

Senegal’s Senegal internationals Idrissa Gana Gueye and Iliman Ndiaye were formally recognized by the Professional Footballers’ Association (PFA) after helping their national team win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.

The honours follow a 1-0 victory for Senegal against the host nation in the tournament final, a result that highlighted the contributions of key players across the squad.

For the two Everton stars, the return to Premier League action has been accompanied by formal recognition from football institutions in England.

Everton management had already acknowledged their players’ efforts upon returning to Merseyside by awarding internal club prizes, but the tribute extended further this weekend.

According to Wiw Sport, the PFA officially presented Gueye and Ndiaye with individual awards on Friday, celebrating their achievement on the continental stage.

The awards were tailored specifically for the occasion, incorporating the official Premier League logo alongside the respective shirt numbers of the two players.

This recognition reflects both their contributions to Senegal’s historic AFCON 2025 victory and their standing within the English top flight.

“These awards are a way to honour their outstanding performances in Morocco and to highlight the impact they have at club level,” a PFA spokesperson said.

The recognition of Gueye and Ndiaye underscores a growing appreciation in England for the accomplishments of African players in international tournaments.

With these awards, the PFA joins clubs like Everton in celebrating the achievements of players who continue to excel both domestically and internationally.

The ceremony adds another layer to the legacy of Senegal’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations-winning squad, bridging success on the continent with recognition in one of Europe’s most competitive leagues.