CAF Awards 2026: schedule change, ceremony to take place earlier than planned

Originally scheduled for 7 December in Lagos, Nigeria, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) awards ceremony has been brought forward to 2 December.

A few days after the announcement of the ten nominees across the various categories, CAF has changed the date of its annual ceremony. Originally scheduled for 7 December, it will now take place on 2 December in Lagos, Nigeria.

The venue remains the legendary National Theatre in Lagos, which will provide the setting for this grand celebration of African football. A total of 18 award categories will be in the spotlight, including the prestigious African Player of the Year and African Women’s Player of the Year trophies.

The awards will also recognise the best coaches, clubs and national teams, amongst others who have distinguished themselves during the period in question.

Whilst we await the results, voting has been open since 5 November and will close on 20 November. The various nominees are therefore still in the running to try and secure one of the most coveted honours in African football.