The inaugural King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD) Globe Soccer Awards Europe ceremony occurred on Tuesday, May 28, 2024. This happened at Hotel Cala di Volpe in Costa Smeralda, Sardinia. This prestigious event has been held in Dubai for the past 14 years. The ceremony celebrates European football excellence by honoring standout players, coaches, and clubs. Among the notable winners were PSG striker Kylian Mbappe, Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso, and FC Barcelona’s emerging star Lamine Yamal. The awards were decided through fan votes and a jury of football luminaries. Read on to find out everything that happened.
Who organized the Soccer Awards in 2024?
The inaugural King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD) Globe Soccer Awards Europe recognized the best in European football at a glamorous ceremony at Hotel Cala di Volpe in Costa Smeralda, Sardinia. The event celebrated outstanding achievements on and off the field, with notable winners including Kylian Mbappe, Xabi Alonso, and Lamine Yamal.
Key Highlights
Major Winners of Globe Soccer Awards 2024
- Best Player: Kylian Mbappe (PSG and France)
- Best Coach: Xabi Alonso (Bayer Leverkusen)
- Emerging Player: Lamine Yamal (FC Barcelona and Spain)
- Best Men’s Club: Manchester City
- Best Women’s Club: FC Barcelona
Event Details
Tuesday’s ceremony in Sardinia was the first European edition of the Soccer Awards, traditionally held in Dubai for the past 14 years. The awards, decided by a fan vote and a jury of football experts, honor excellence in European football.
Who were the Notable Attendees at Globe Soccer Awards 2024?
The event saw the attendance of football legends and industry representatives, including:
- Robert Lewandowski (FC Barcelona)
- Fernando Morientes (Three-time Champions League winner)
- Fabio Capello (Former England manager)
- Luciano Spalletti (Italian national team coach)
Award Acceptance speeches by winners at Globe Soccer Awards 2024
Kylian Mbappe
Mbappe received the KAFD Best Player award to loud applause. He expressed his gratitude and future aspirations:
“It’s an honor to be here. I want to work hard to keep my name in the history of football. There is a lot still to do and I am far away from what I want to achieve.”
Xabi Alonso
Alonso, honored as Best Coach, reflected on his team’s achievements:
“I’m proud to receive this award, not just for myself but for all Bayer Leverkusen. What we have lived this year has been phenomenal, a fantastic journey.”
Special Awards and Recognitions at Globe Soccer Awards 2024
- Revelation Award: Atalanta
- Football Leadership Award: Nasser Al-Khelaifi (PSG and European Clubs Association)
- Comeback Award: Cesc Fabregas (Como)
- Special Career Awards: Karl-Heinz Rummenigge, Gigi Riva (posthumous), Luciano Spalletti, Gianluigi Buffon
- Sportsmanship Award: Gianluca Pessotto
Conclusion
Tommaso Bendoni, founder and CEO of Globe Soccer, praised the event’s success:
“It has been a long journey to reach this point. The growing reputation of the Globe Soccer brand is evident from the presence of European football’s biggest names.”
Official La Liga Awards 2024 at Globe Soccer Awards 2024
- La Liga EA SPORTS Champion: Real Madrid
- Best U23 Player: Lamine Yamal (FC Barcelona)
- Best Coach: Michel (Girona)
- Best Goal: Jesus Areso (Osasuna)
- Best Player: Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid)
- Team of the Season: Unai Simon, Daniel Carvajal, Ronald Araujo, Antonio Rudiger, Miguel Gutierrez; Aleix Garcia, İlkay Gundogan, Federico Valverde, Isco, Jude Bellingham, Savio, Griezmann, Robert Lewandowski, Artem Dovbyk, and Vini Jr.
