Breaking: Mohamed Salah Makes History, Wins Record Third PFA Men’s Player of the Year and Mariona Caldentey Named PFA Women’s Player of the Year
Liverpool’s Salah Makes History; Arsenal’s Caldentey and Others Shine in PFA Awards
Mohamed Salah Crowned PFA Men’s Player of the Year… Again!
The football world is abuzz with excitement as Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah has made history once again. The 33-year-old Egypt international has been named the Professional Footballers’ Association (PFA) Men’s Player of the Year for the third time, following a record-breaking season.
An Unstoppable Force in 2024/25
Salah’s incredible form during the 2024/25 season was a sight to behold. He scored a stunning 29 goals and provided 18 assists as Arsenal’s manager Mikel Arteta masterminded a title triumph. Salah’s consistency and impact on the game were unmatched, as he dominated the voting by the PFA’s membership to claim the coveted award.
This latest accolade complements the third Football Writers’ Association Footballer of the Year award Salah collected earlier in the year, further cementing his status as one of the all-time greats. As the first player to achieve this three-peat, the question on everyone’s lips is: can anyone stop Salah from dominating the men’s game for years to come?
Arsenal’s Mariona Caldentey Crowned Women’s Player of the Year
The Gunners’ Spanish sensation, Mariona Caldentey, has been named the PFA Women’s Player of the Year. The 27-year-old midfielder scored an impressive 19 goals in all competitions for Arsenal, including eight in their Champions League-winning campaign.
A Tale of Two Arsenals
“It’s been an incredible season for Mariona,” says Arsenal manager Jonas Eidevall. “Her goals and assists have been crucial to our success, and she’s a deserving winner of this prestigious award.” Caldentey’s triumph comes hot on the heels of her former club, Barcelona, suffering a heartbreaking defeat to Arsenal in the Champions League final – a bitter pill to swallow for the Catalan giants.
Liverpool’s Olivia Smith and Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers Named Young Players of the Year
In the women’s game, Liverpool’s Olivia Smith was crowned PFA Women’s Young Player of the Year, while Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers scooped the PFA Men’s Young Player of the Year award for his impressive form.
The Future is Bright for These Stars
Smith’s move to Arsenal, in a world-record deal, promises to strengthen the Gunners’ squad even further, while Rogers’ England breakthrough is a testament to his meteoric rise. With both players tipped for greatness, the question remains: will they continue to shine in the years to come?
PFA Teams of the Year Unveiled
The PFA Men’s and Women’s Teams of the Year have been announced, with several standout performers recognised for their exceptional form. Liverpool’s Salah, Virgil van Dijk, Ryan Gravenberch, and Alexis Mac Allister were all named in the Men’s side, alongside Arsenal trio William Saliba, Gabriel Magalhaes, and Declan Rice.
Chelsea’s Cole Palmer and Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes missed out on selection despite being shortlisted for the Player of the Year award, sparking debate over who truly deserved their places in the coveted XI.
James Trafford and Richard Kone Honoured in Championship and League One
Manchester City’s James Trafford and Richard Kone of Wycombe have been named the Championship and League One Players of the Year, respectively. Trafford’s brilliant performances between the sticks for Burnley during their promotion campaign were rewarded, while Kone’s impressive 21-goal haul for Wycombe earned him the League One award.
FAQs
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Who is the first player to win the PFA Men’s Player of the Year award three times?
Mohamed Salah
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Which Arsenal player won the PFA Women’s Player of the Year award?
Mariona Caldentey
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Who were the young players of the year for men’s and women’s football?
Morgan Rogers (Aston Villa) and Olivia Smith (Liverpool)
Did You Know?
The last player to win the PFA Men’s Player of the Year award three times was Alan Shearer, back in 2004. Mohamed Salah has now equaled that feat, and the sky’s the limit for the Egyptian king!
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