BBC African Footballer of the Year Goes To Mahrez Grabs

Votes Collated from fans across the world, gives the 25-year-old Algerian winner of BBC Africa footballer of the year over Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Andre Ayew, Sadio Mane and Yaya Toure.

Mahrez says the honour means a lot to him and described it as one big award for African players.

“It’s always good to receive awards and for African players, it’s a huge honour. To all the fans, thank you very much,” he told BBC.

The player also extended his appreciation his family and Algeria fans whom he dedicated the honour to.