Manchester City striker Erling Haaland named UEFA Player of the Year
The best player of the year according to the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) was named during the draw for the group stage of the Champions League. This is reported by the correspondent of “Lenta.ru”.
Manchester City striker Erling Haaland was named Player of the Year. Last season, the Norwegian, together with the team, completed the treble, winning the English Premier League (EPL), the Champions League and the FA Cup.
The top three nominees also included Lionel Messi, who moved in July from the French Paris Saint-Germain to the American Inter Miami, and Haaland’s teammate Kevin De Bruyne.
Manchester City manager Josep Guardiola was named manager of the year. England head coach Sarina Wigman was chosen as the Best Women’s Coach. Barcelona and Spain midfielder Aitana Bonmati has been named the best female player of the year.
Russian football players miss international tournaments by decision of UEFA and the International Football Federation (FIFA).
Source: Lenta
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