The annual Golden Foot awards is a very special prize in Football and can only be won once. The awards held in Monaco this year was won by Barcelona and Poland striker Robert Lewandowski. Along with his 2 Golden shoe otherwise known as Golden boot awards he’s already got.
Notable players who have already won this award are Christiano Ronaldo & Maradona.
Barcelona and Poland striker Robert Lewandowski became the latest recipient of the Golden Foot award at a star-studded ceremony in Monaco on Wednesday. Lewandowski’s final season with Bayern Munich saw him finished the season with 35 goals and in addition he also picked up his second consecutive European Golden Shoe. The Polish captain has enjoyed a strong start to life in Spain with 13 league goals in 14 appearances in La Liga.
Barcelona and Poland striker Robert Lewandowski became the latest recipient of the Golden Foot award at a star-studded ceremony in Monaco on Wednesday. Lewandowski’s final season with Bayern Munich saw him finished the season with 35 goals and in addition he also picked up his second consecutive European Golden Shoe. The Polish captain has enjoyed a strong start to life in Spain with 13 league goals in 14 appearances in La Liga.
About the Golden Foot Awards
Launched in 2002 by Antonio Caliendo the Golden foot awards has become a must attend event by some of footballs biggest stars.
The Golden Foot Awards is an annual football event that recognizes outstanding players over the age of 28 who have made significant contributions to the sport. Established in 2002 by the World Champions Club, the Golden Foot Awards is a prestigious event that has become an integral part of the football calendar.
The award ceremony honors players who have demonstrated excellence on and off the pitch. Winners of the award have their footprints cast in gold, which are then placed on the “Champions Promenade” in Monaco. The promenade features the footprints of some of the greatest football players of all time, making it a sought-after honor.
The event also recognizes players for their humanitarian work and charitable contributions. The “Golden Foot Prestige” award is presented to one player each year for their exceptional social efforts.
Previous Winners of the Awards
2003: Roberto Baggio
2004: Pavel Nedvěd
2005: Andriy Shevchenko
2006: Ronaldo
2007: Alessandro Del Piero
2008: Roberto Carlos
2009: Ronaldinho
2010: Francesco Totti
2011: Ryan Giggs
2012: Zlatan Ibrahimović
2013: Didier Drogba
2014: Andrés Iniesta
2015: Samuel Eto’o
2016: Gianluigi Buffon
2017: Iker Casillas
2018: Edinson Cavani
2019: Lionel Messi
2020: Cristiano Ronaldo.
Each winner’s footprint is cast in gold and placed on the Champions Promenade in Monaco, which serves as a permanent record of their achievement. In addition to recognizing players for their on-field achievements, the awards also honors them for their contributions to society and charitable efforts. The Golden Foot Prestige award is presented each year to a player who has made an exceptional social impact.
Footage from the 2022 Golden Foot Awards
Interesting Fact about the Golden Foot Awards
- You can only win the awards once
- There is strict dress code that include no running shoes
The Golden Foot Awards have become synonymous with excellence in football and are highly respected in the football world. The event serves as a platform to inspire future generations of football players, and its impact on the sport is significant. With such illustrious winners and a prestigious reputation, the awards continue to be a highlight of the football calendar.