The Globe Soccer Awards were founded in 2010 with the goal of recognizing the best figures in the football world. Every January, the awards ceremony is held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, bringing together some of the biggest names in the sport. Organized by Globe Soccer, the event has grown in prominence over the years, celebrating a wide range of stakeholders in football, from players to coaches, agents, directors, and more.
When the Globe Soccer Awards first launched in 2010, they only included a few categories: Best Agent, Best Director, and a Career Achievement Award. Over the years, however, the ceremony has expanded to include 12 main categories that now reflect the diversity of talent and contributions within the world of football.
The Jury and Selection Process
The selection process for the Globe Soccer Awards involves a diverse committee, or “jury,” which is comprised of various stakeholders from the football world. This jury includes:
– Former players such as Francesco Totti, Ian Rush, and Luis Figo
– Current players like Alexia Putellas
– Coaches including Antonio Conte and Fabio Capello
– Club executives, businessmen, and even a member of the Dubai Sports Council
These jurors bring a wide range of expertise and experience to the process of choosing the winners in each category.
Categories and Quirks
The Globe Soccer Awards feature several unique categories, with some distinctions between the men’s and women’s awards. Notably:
– There are separate categories for Best Forward and Best Midfielder in the men’s side, but no category for Best Defender.
– There is a Best Coach category for men, but no equivalent for women, which has been a topic of discussion in recent years.
This year’s ceremony, held on December 27, will continue the tradition of recognizing the very best players, coaches, agents, and other figures in football, underscoring the Globe Soccer Awards’ important role in the global football community.
Nominations –
2024 Globe Soccer Awards: Full List of Nominees
Best Men’s Player
The nominees for Best Men’s Player include a stellar lineup of footballing superstars from across Europe, South America, and beyond. Key names include:
- Nicolo Barella (Italy, Inter Milan)
- Jude Bellingham (England, Real Madrid)
- Hakan Calhanoglu (Turkey, Inter Milan)
- Dani Carvajal (Spain, Real Madrid)
- Artem Dovbyk (Ukraine, Girona/Roma)
- Phil Foden (England, Man City)
- Antoine Griezmann (France, Atletico Madrid)
- Erling Haaland (Norway, Man City)
- Harry Kane (England, Bayern Munich)
- Kylian Mbappe (France, PSG/Real Madrid)
Best Women’s Player
The Best Women’s Player category features a selection of elite female footballers who have dominated their leagues and international competitions. Notable nominees include:
- Aitana Bonmati (Spain, Barcelona)
- Lucy Bronze (England, Chelsea)
- Tabitha Chawinga (Malawi, Lyon)
- Grace Geyoro (France, PSG)
- Manuela Giugliano (Italy, Roma)
- Caroline Graham Hansen (Norway, Barcelona)
- Ada Hegerberg (Norway, Lyon)
Best Men’s Club
The Best Men’s Club category celebrates top-tier football clubs from around the world. The nominees include:
- Al Ahly (Egypt)
- Inter Milan (Italy)
- Man City (England)
- PSG (France)
- Real Madrid (Spain)
- Sporting CP (Portugal)
Best Women’s Club
For the Best Women’s Club category, the following top clubs have been recognized for their impressive performances:
- Barcelona (Spain)
- Lyon (France)
- Bayern Munich (Germany)
- Roma (Italy)
- Chelsea (England)
Best Coach
The nominees for Best Coach are some of the most respected managers in football, known for their tactical brilliance and leadership:
- Xabi Alonso (Spain, Bayer Leverkusen)
- Carlo Ancelotti (Italy, Real Madrid)
- Mikel Arteta (Spain, Arsenal)
- Pep Guardiola (Spain, Man City)
- Luis Enrique (Spain, PSG)
Best Midfielder
Midfielders are often the heartbeat of a team, and this year’s nominees include:
- Nicolo Barella (Italy, Inter Milan)
- Rodri (Spain, Man City)
- Jude Bellingham (England, Real Madrid)
- Federico Valverde (Uruguay, Real Madrid)
- Hakan Calhanoglu (Turkey, Inter Milan)
- Vitinha (Portugal, PSG)
Best Forward
The Best Forward category sees the return of some of the most prolific goal scorers in the game:
- Artem Dovbyk (Ukraine, Girona/Roma)
- Kylian Mbappe (France, PSG/Real Madrid)
- Mohamed Salah (Egypt, Liverpool)
- Erling Haaland (Norway, Man City)
- Vinicius Jr. (Brazil, Real Madrid)
- Harry Kane (England, Bayern Munich)
Best Emerging Player
The Best Emerging Player category honors rising stars who are making a name for themselves on the global football stage. The nominees include:
- Pau Cubarsi (Spain, Barcelona)
- Joao Neves (Portugal, PSG)
- Alejandro Garnacho (Argentina, Man United)
- Arda Guler (Turkey, Real Madrid)
- Kobbie Mainoo (England, Man United)
Best Agent
The agents who play a crucial role in negotiating player transfers and contracts are also recognized, with nominees including:
- Giuliano Bertolucci (Brazil)
- Fernando Hidalgo (Argentina)
- Kia Joorabchian (Iran)
- Jorge Mendes (Portugal)
- Pini Zahavi (Israel)
Best Sporting Director
The nominees for Best Sporting Director are professionals who have built strong teams through their scouting, transfers, and strategic decisions:
- Piero Ausilio (Italy)
- Luis Campos (Portugal)
- Edu Gaspar (Brazil, Arsenal)
- Sebastian Kehl (Germany, Bayer Leverkusen)
- Giovanni Sartori (Italy)
Best Middle East Player
The Best Middle East Player award celebrates the finest talent from the region, with nominees including:
- Salem Al Dawsari (Saudi Arabia, Al Hilal)
- Riyad Mahrez (Algeria, Al Ahli)
- Cristiano Ronaldo (Portugal, Al Nassr)
- Sergej Milinkovic-Savic (Serbia, Al Hilal)
Best Middle East Club
The Best Middle East Club nominees highlight the region’s strongest football teams:
- Al Ahly (Egypt)
- Al Ain (UAE)
- Al Hilal (Saudi Arabia)
- Al Nassr (Saudi Arabia)
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