The year 2025 has kicked off with a bang for Super Eagles and Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman, as he earned a coveted nomination for the EA SPORTS FC Team of the Year (TOTY) in the attacking category.
Lookman’s recognition places him among the footballing elite, cementing his rise as one of the finest talents in the game.
The EA SPORTS FC TOTY is a prestigious fan-voted global football award, giving fans the power to decide the best players in each position. Lookman’s nomination underscores his stellar performances in 2024, which saw him deliver electrifying displays in Serie A and for the Nigerian national team, earning plaudits from pundits and fans alike.
Lookman will face stiff competition in the attacking category, as the list of nominees includes some of the biggest names in football. From Serie A, the likes of Lautaro Martinez, Dusan Vlahovic, Christian Pulisic, Marcus Thuram, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, and Artem Dovbyk join him in representing Italian football on the global stage.
The English Premier League also boasts its fair share of star power, with Erling Haaland, Bukayo Saka, Mohammed Salah, Phil Foden, Ollie Watkins, and Heung Min Son all vying for spots in the TOTY. These players have dominated the league with their skill, consistency, and goal-scoring prowess, making them tough competition for any nominee.
Lookman will also have to contend with top talents from Ligue 1 and Bundesliga, including Bradley Barcola, Jonathan David, Ousmanne Dembele, Alexandre Lacazette, Harry Kane, Omar Marmoush, Serhou Guirassy, Denis Undav, and Lois Openda. The La Liga contingent features global superstars such as Lamine Yamal, Vinicius Junior, Raphinha, Robert Lewandowski, Antoine Griezmann, and the incomparable Kylian Mbappe.
Adding further weight to the competition are two of football’s greatest icons, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, who join Viktor Gyökeres as some of the most high-profile names in the attacking shortlist. Lookman’s inclusion among such an illustrious roster reflects the recognition of his growing reputation on the international stage.
Fans who wish to cast their votes for the TOTY XI can visit the EA SPORTS FC official website, where the full list of nominees is available. The voting process closes on Sunday, January 12, giving football enthusiasts ample time to deliberate on their choices and rally support for their favorite players.
According to EA SPORTS, the highly anticipated TOTY XI will be revealed in EA SPORTS FC 25 starting Wednesday, January 15. Gamers worldwide will then have the opportunity to experience these players in the game, with the team also set to feature in EA SPORTS FC Mobile from Tuesday, January 21.
For Lookman, the nomination is more than just a personal achievement; it symbolizes a new era for Nigerian footballers making their mark in elite competitions.
Should he make the final TOTY XI, Lookman would join a select group of African stars to receive this honor, further elevating his status and inspiring the next generation of Nigerian football talent.
