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Man United’s Amad reveals Didier Drogba and Yaya Touré “dream” as milestone beckons

Man United forward Amad has shared his "ambitious" dream of achieving a major feat that only Didier Drogba and Yaya Toure have managed.

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 6:00 PM
Man United’s Amad reveals Didier Drogba and Yaya Touré “dream” as milestone beckons
Key Things to Know
  • Amad revealed his dream to emulate Didier Drogba and Yaya Touré after being shortlisted for CAF Player of the Year.
  • Drogba and Touré are the only two Ivory Coast internationals to have won the continental honor previously.
  • Amad earned his nomination after scoring three goals at AFCON and netting twice at the FIFA World Cup.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Manchester United forward Amad has spoken of his dream to emulate Ivory Coast legends Didier Drogba and Yaya Touré after being named on the 10-man shortlist for the CAF Player of the Year award. Drogba and Touré remain the only two Ivorian players to have won the prestigious continental honor in the past.

Amad earned his nomination following impressive performances for his national team, scoring three goals at the Africa Cup of Nations and adding strikes against Ecuador and Norway at the FIFA World Cup. The winger expressed pride in his nomination and voiced hope that the new generation of Ivorian talent can inspire supporters by winning future African Player of the Year titles.

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