Christopher Katongo Wins BBC African Player Of The Year 2012

Date: 17-12-2012 11:16 pm (11 years ago) | Author: Daniel Bosai
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- at 17-12-2012 11:16 PM (11 years ago)
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Zambia captain Christopher Katongo has won the 2012 BBC African Player of the Year Award following a period of online voting and text messaging from fans.



The 30-year-old  faced stiff opposition from the likes of Demba Ba, Didier Drogba, Younes Belhanda and Yaya Toure but won a little over 40% of the votes. He also becomes the first winner from southern Africa to win this award.

Speaking to BBC immediately after the announcement, the Zambian legend was full of praise as he thanked those who recognised his hardwork and voted for him.

   
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“This is a fantastic moment for me. I thank the people who voted for me. It is something I will never forget in my career.” He said.


He also thanked his teammates – both country and club for helping him achieve this coveted award on the continent.

   
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“This means a lot for the young people and the young players who look up to me. I could not have achieved this without the support of my team-mates.” He said.




Katongo led his home country to win their first-ever African Cup of Nations tournament in Equatorial Guinea in February last year. He scored four goals in the competition including a successful penalty kick that won the Chipolopolos their trophy. He currently plays for Henan Construction FC in the Chinese Super League.

Posted: at 17-12-2012 11:16 PM (11 years ago) | Addicted Hero
- utomilan at 17-12-2012 11:32 PM (11 years ago)
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nice one Christopher Katongo, mikel in now on bench in stamford bridge, maybe no hope for him next year too Cry
Posted: at 17-12-2012 11:32 PM (11 years ago) | Upcoming
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- ezchusa at 18-12-2012 12:03 AM (11 years ago)
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congratulations
Posted: at 18-12-2012 12:03 AM (11 years ago) | Gistmaniac
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- Uchey90 at 18-12-2012 12:12 AM (11 years ago)
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He deserve it, congrats
Posted: at 18-12-2012 12:12 AM (11 years ago) | Upcoming
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- ugbang at 18-12-2012 12:44 AM (11 years ago)
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BRAVO
Posted: at 18-12-2012 12:44 AM (11 years ago) | Upcoming
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- lee22 at 18-12-2012 01:39 AM (11 years ago)
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 Cool
Posted: at 18-12-2012 01:39 AM (11 years ago) | Gistmaniac
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- innocentbola at 18-12-2012 04:04 AM (11 years ago)
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Congratulations, so happy for you
Posted: at 18-12-2012 04:04 AM (11 years ago) | Gistmaniac
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- aso4life1 at 18-12-2012 04:51 AM (11 years ago)
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congrats
Posted: at 18-12-2012 04:51 AM (11 years ago) | Hero
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- analyzation at 18-12-2012 05:27 AM (11 years ago)
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i extend a warm handshake to you. receive it!!!
Posted: at 18-12-2012 05:27 AM (11 years ago) | Gistmaniac
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- winace at 18-12-2012 05:38 AM (11 years ago)
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Ok o congratulation.
Posted: at 18-12-2012 05:38 AM (11 years ago) | Addicted Hero
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- stikerxxx at 18-12-2012 06:29 AM (11 years ago)
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BELLISSIMO E BRAVO  Cheesy Cheesy Cheesy
Posted: at 18-12-2012 06:29 AM (11 years ago) | Gistmaniac
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- micc at 18-12-2012 06:39 AM (11 years ago)
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Congrat to him
Posted: at 18-12-2012 06:39 AM (11 years ago) | Hero
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- BlueIxora at 18-12-2012 07:01 AM (11 years ago)
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Cool
Posted: at 18-12-2012 07:01 AM (11 years ago) | Gistmaniac
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- dickman2 at 18-12-2012 07:13 AM (11 years ago)
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i see ..
Posted: at 18-12-2012 07:13 AM (11 years ago) | Addicted Hero
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- lanudja at 18-12-2012 07:57 AM (11 years ago)
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Congrats
Posted: at 18-12-2012 07:57 AM (11 years ago) | Hero
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- PidginMOUTH at 18-12-2012 08:17 AM (11 years ago)
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Mikel don pass dis level of africa player of de year  Grin Grin Grin Grin Grin Grin Grin
Posted: at 18-12-2012 08:17 AM (11 years ago) | Hero
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- kolafolabi at 18-12-2012 08:18 AM (11 years ago)
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Mighty Drogba should have won it though...... Congrats Katongo
Posted: at 18-12-2012 08:18 AM (11 years ago) | Newbie
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- jamesbondchick at 18-12-2012 08:25 AM (11 years ago)
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Ok
Posted: at 18-12-2012 08:25 AM (11 years ago) | Gistmaniac
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- Nicksam at 18-12-2012 08:26 AM (11 years ago)
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CONGRATS KANTONGO
Posted: at 18-12-2012 08:26 AM (11 years ago) | Hero
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- slimderek at 18-12-2012 08:37 AM (11 years ago)
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Well Good for him
He surely deserves more
http://.com
Posted: at 18-12-2012 08:37 AM (11 years ago) | Newbie
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