Top 5 African Football Kings Who Conquered the UEFA Super Cup
The UEFA Super Cup is one of European football’s special trophies. It is played between the winner of the UEFA Champions League and the UEFA Europa League.
It is just one match, but it brings together champions from the previous season, making it a big stage for players to shine.
Over the years, some of Africa’s best footballers have played in this match and lifted the trophy. They showed skill, hard work, and passion, proving that African talent can rule the football world.
Here’s a tropical celebration of the Top 5 African players who have lifted the prestigious trophy.
5. Sadio Mané (Senegal)
Sadio Mané is one of Africa’s most loved footballers. In 2019, he helped Liverpool win the UEFA Super Cup after beating Chelsea. Mané scored two goals in the match, showing speed, skill, and a killer eye for goal.
That night in Istanbul, he ran past defenders with ease and played with the same energy you see in the streets of Dakar during football celebrations.
When Sadio Mané burst onto the scene in Europe, his pace, skill, and relentless energy made him one of the most feared forwards.
4. Yaya Touré (Ivory Coast)
Yaya Touré was known for his strength, power, and ability to control the midfield. In 2009, he lifted the UEFA Super Cup with Barcelona under coach Pep Guardiola
That Barcelona team was full of stars, but Touré still stood out with his smart passes and strong defending.
Just like the busy markets of Abidjan, Touré brought energy and life to the game. His calmness on the ball made him a key player whenever his team needed control.
3. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)
Riyad Mahrez’s football journey is a true inspiration, from playing on the streets to winning trophies in Europe. He won the UEFA Super Cup with Manchester City, adding another medal to his already full cabinet.
Mahrez is famous for his dribbling, quick feet, and ability to create magic out of nothing. Watching him play is like seeing the golden sands of Algiers shine in the evening sun smooth, bright, and beautiful.
2. Mohamed Salah (Egypt)
Mohamed Salah, also called the “Egyptian King,” is one of Africa’s greatest football stars. In 2019, he helped Liverpool win the UEFA Super Cup against Chelsea.
The match went to a penalty shootout, and Salah calmly scored his spot-kick to help seal the win.
His pace, skill, and eye for goal have made him a hero in Egypt and beyond. Like the Nile River that never stops flowing, Salah’s impact on football keeps growing year after year.
1. Samuel Eto’o (Cameroon)
Samuel Eto’o is not just a great African footballer, he is one of the greatest strikers in football history. He won the UEFA Super Cup twice: first with Barcelona in 2009, and then with Inter Milan in 2010.
Eto’o was known for his speed, powerful shots, and winning spirit. He played every game like it was a final, and his goals helped his teams win many trophies. In Cameroon, his name is said with pride, just like a national treasure.