Lagos:The CAF Awards 2026 is set to take place on Wednesday night, 2 December 2026, marking a significant event in the African sporting calendar. This prestigious gathering will see the continent's top players, coaches, and teams convening in Lagos to celebrate their achievements over the past year in African football.

According to Confederation of African Football, the ceremony, which begins at 19h00 local time (20h00 Cairo time / 18h00 GMT), returns to Lagos for the first time since 2014. Nigeria's largest city will host the event at the iconic Professor Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and the Arts (National Theatre), offering a stage that blends football passion with Africa's cultural heritage, music, and entertainment.

The CAF Awards 2026 will feature 18 categories, with the CAF Men's Player of the Year and CAF Women's Player of the Year awards being the highlight. The event will also recognize the contributions of coaches, goalkeepers, emerging talents, clubs, and national teams that have inspired fans across Africa and globally.

Voting for the awards is ongoing and runs from 05-20 November, involving CAF Member Associations, clubs, and eligible coaches and captains. The process ensures broad representation and transparency, with independent monitoring to maintain the integrity of the results.