The 2024/25 Professional Footballers' Association (PFA) Awards ceremony, held in Manchester, has concluded, with Liverpool's Mohamed Salah and Arsenal's Mariona Caldentey taking home the top individual honors.
The awards, voted for by fellow professional footballers, celebrated the standout performers from a thrilling season of English football.Men's Players' Player of the Year: Mohamed Salah (Liverpool)
Mohamed Salah made history by winning the PFA Men's Players' Player of the Year award for a record third time. His stellar season was instrumental in Liverpool's Premier League title win. The 33-year-old Egyptian forward had an incredible campaign, scoring 29 goals and providing 18 assists. His peers recognized his remarkable consistency and decisive contributions throughout the season, which saw him dominate the voting and cement his place as one of the Premier League's all-time greats.
Women's Players' Player of the Year: Mariona Caldentey (Arsenal)
In her debut season with Arsenal, Mariona Caldentey was named the PFA Women's Players' Player of the Year. The Spanish forward was a revelation, playing a crucial role in Arsenal's triumphant European campaign, which saw them win the Champions League. Her impressive form, including 19 goals across all competitions, earned her the respect and votes of her colleagues. Caldentey is the third Arsenal player to win the prestigious women's award.
Men's Young Player of the Year: Morgan Rogers (Aston Villa)
Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers was crowned the PFA Men's Young Player of the Year. The 23-year-old attacking midfielder enjoyed a breakthrough season, making a significant impact for Unai Emery's side and earning his first call-up to the England national team. He was recognized for his exceptional performances, which included 14 goals and 16 assists in all competitions.
Women's Young Player of the Year: Olivia Smith (Liverpool)
Liverpool's Olivia Smith was named the PFA Women's Young Player of the Year. The 21-year-old forward had a standout season, scoring seven goals in 20 Women's Super League matches. Her impressive form earned her a world-record transfer to Arsenal this summer, and she was rightly celebrated for her exceptional talent and potential.
PFA Premier League Team of the Year
The PFA also announced the Premier League Team of the Year for the 2024/25 season, a lineup that highlights the best performers in the top flight. The team features a strong representation from the top two clubs, Liverpool and Arsenal, as well as standout players from other teams.
• Goalkeeper: Matz Sels (Nottingham Forest)
• Defenders: Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool), William Saliba (Arsenal), Gabriel Magalhaes (Arsenal), Milos Kerkez (Bournemouth)
•Midfielders: Declan Rice (Arsenal), Ryan Gravenberch (Liverpool), Alexis Mac Allister (Liverpool)
• Forwards: Mohamed Salah (Liverpool), Alexander Isak (Newcastle), Chris Wood (Nottingham Forest)
The awards also recognized players across the English Football League, with Richard Kone of Wycombe Wanderers winning the League One award and Michael Cheek of Bromley winning the League Two prize. James Trafford took home the Championship award for his performance with Burnley.
The 2024/25 PFA Awards showcased the best of English football, celebrating both established superstars and exciting young talents who are set to define the sport for years to come.
