AFCON 2023: Troost-Ekong, Lookman, Ola Aina included in CAF Best XI

William Troost-Ekong, Ola Aina and Ademola Lookman of the Super Eagles have all been included in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations Best XI.

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) unveiled the team on Wednesday.

Troost-Ekong scored three goals at the tournament as Nigeria won Silver.

The 30-year-old defender was also named Player of the Tournament.

Aina showcased his defensive prowess for the Super Eagles to be named in competition’s Best X1.

Atalanta winger, Ademola Lookman was one of Nigeria’s best performers in the competition.

Lookman registered three goals in seven appearances for the three-time champions in Cote d’Ivoire.

Hosts Cote d’Ivoire also have three players in the selection.

They are, Jean Michael Seri, Ghislan Konan and Franck Kessie.

THE FULL LIST

Goalkeeper:

Ronwen Williams (South Africa)

Defenders: Ola Aina (Nigeria), Ghislan Konan (Cote d’Ivoire), William Troost-Ekong (Nigeria), Chancel Mbemba (DR Congo).

Midfielders: Teboho Mokoena (South Africa), Jean Michael Seri (Cote d’Ivoire), Franck Kessie

Strikers: Yoane Wissa (DR Congo), Ademola Lookman (Nigeria), Emilio Nsue (Equatorial Guinea)