The race for the 2025/26 SPORTY LALIGA MVP, awarded to the best Sub-Saharan African player in Spain’s top flight, has narrowed to a 20-man shortlist.
Nigerian forwards Akor Adams and Chidera Ejuke of Sevilla lead the charge, with the ceremony set for May 23, 2026, in Lagos.
Defending champion Iñaki Williams (Athletic Club, Ghana) returns, joined by Villarreal’s Thomas Partey and Nicolas Pépé. La Liga and partners compiled the shortlist based on goals, defensive contributions, consistency, and overall impact.
Adams brings clinical finishing, while Ejuke provides creative dribbling both are essential to Sevilla’s campaign.