Soufiane Rahimi Competing for 4 Global Awards in 2024

Soufiane Rahimi, the Moroccan forward for Al Ain, is enjoying a remarkable 2024, with his performances making him a strong contender for four prestigious global awards. Rahimi played a key role in Al Ain’s triumph in the AFC Champions League, while also leading Morocco’s U-23 team to a bronze medal at the Paris 2024 Olympics, finishing as the tournament’s top scorer with 8 goals.

His impressive year has earned him a spot in FIFA’s extended list for the 2024 Best XI, where he is competing for the Best Forward honor alongside some of the world’s most iconic players. Rahimi’s total of 36 goals in 2024 makes him the highest-scoring Arab player this year, surpassing Mohamed Salah.

In addition to being nominated for Best Player in the Middle East, Rahimi was voted the top scorer globally by the International Federation of Football History & Statistics (IFFHS) with 19 goals. Rahimi will attempt to further his case for these honors as he continues to impress for Al Ain, with his next task coming against Pakhtakor.