A Nigerian man was awarded a dog after a successful football competition in Kanke, Plateau State. As the best player of the match, for his enormous contributions in the game, he was awarded what is also called “Nwa Ekuke” translated as a puppy, but where does he rank in the funniest MOTM awards ever in football matches?
A Live Chicken for Gift Motupa
South African footballer Gift Motupa experienced a feathered surprise when a live chicken became his Man of the Match award. Turns out, the bird’s taste was man-the-match-worthy during dinner!
Fresh Twist: A Box of Spring Onions for Lewes FC
Lewes FC in England’s sixth tier opted for something fresher – a box of spring onions freshly plucked from the community garden. Celebrating victory with a salad, anyone?
Carlisle United’s Spicy Tradition: A Delicious Curry
Carlisle United has a spicy tradition of rewarding their Man of the Match with a delicious curry from a local Indian restaurant. The hotter the performance, the spicier the curry, perhaps?
Connor Sammon’s Pizza Celebration in Sunderland
Sunderland footballer Connor Sammon not only scored goals but also a pizza from Pizza Express as a Man of the Match award in 2019. The perfect post-match snack!
Martin Odegaard’s Splash in Spain: A Large Fish
Arsenal midfielder Martin Odegaard made a splash in Spain when he received a large fish as his accolade. Whether grilled, fried, or enjoyed as a companion, it was a memorable fishy affair.
Mobile Phone Data for Exceptional Performances
In South Africa, exceptional performances are rewarded with precious mobile phone data. Stay connected on and off the field!
Lukasz Podolski’s Egg-cellent Choice: A Live Hen
Polish footballer Lukasz Podolski took home more than memories when he received a live hen as a Man of the Match award. An egg-cellent choice passed on to his chicken-raising father.
Khama Billiat’s Toast to Success: A Case of Beer in Zimbabwe
In Zimbabwe, footballer Khama Billiat celebrated his Man of the Match performance with a case of beer, fostering team spirit and toasting to success.
