On Monday, midfield sensation Fatima Tagnaout made history by becoming the first Moroccan to receive the 2023 CAF Women’s Interclub Player of the Year award.
The AS FAR winger outshone nominees Refilwe Tholakele of Botswana and South Africa’s Lebohang Ramalepe at the glamorous CAF awards ceremony in Marrakech.
Despite AS FAR’s inability to retain their CAF Women’s Champions League title, Tagnaout stood out as a remarkable performer in Cote d’Ivoire last month.
Her speed, skill, and scoring prowess were evident as she scored a goal and created numerous chances for her teammates, earning her a well-deserved place in the Team of the Tournament.
At just 24, Tagnaout has already become a nightmare for defenders with her electric pace, striking fear into backlines across the continent.
Having represented Morocco at the senior level and starting all three group stage games in the 2023 World Cup, this new accolade is undoubtedly the sweetest moment yet for the talented midfielder.
As the first Moroccan recipient of this historic award, Tagnaout has set a high bar for future aspiring African women footballers.
