Ronwen Williams, the standout goalkeeper for Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana, has enjoyed a phenomenal year filled with accolades and global recognition. Despite his impressive performances, he narrowly missed out on a nomination for the FIFPRO World 11.
Williams' exceptional performances in the Africa Cup of Nations earned him the Golden Glove award as he led Bafana Bafana to a third-place finish.
He also clinched the PSL Footballer of the Season and Goalkeeper of the Season awards for his outstanding contributions to Sundowns' successful 2023/24 campaign.
His impressive form extended to the African Football League, where he secured the Golden Glove award as Sundowns lifted the continental trophy.
Williams' remarkable year earned him a nomination for the prestigious Yashin Trophy, awarded by France Football.
Although he ultimately finished ninth, the nomination itself was a significant achievement.
Despite his exceptional year, Williams was not included in the FIFPRO World 11 nominees. The three goalkeepers shortlisted for the award were Emiliano Martinez, Manuel Neuer, and Ederson.
FIFPRO WORLD 11 NOMINEES
Goalkeepers
Ederson, Emiliano Martínez, Manuel Neuer
Defenders
Dani Carvajal, Rúben Dias, Virgil van Dijk, Jeremie Frimpong, Antonio Rüdiger, William Saliba, Kyle Walker
Midfielders
Jude Bellingham, Kevin De Bruyne, Phil Foden, Toni Kroos, Luka Modrić, Jamal Musiala, Rodri, Federico Valverde
Forwards
Erling Haaland, Harry Kane, Kylian Mbappé, Lionel Messi, Cole Palmer, Cristiano Ronaldo, Vinícius Júnior, Lamine Yamal
