Elia Balamwabo, a ‘15-year-old’ footballer from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, has been named the best player at the 2022 CAF U16 African School cup.
Balamwabo, who was the captain of his team, was named the tournament’s most valuable player, after his team defeated Senegal U16 team, in Kinshasa, DRC.
Speaking during the award ceremony, FIFA president, Gianni Infantino said, “I am a happy man tonight. Seeing those children smile, boys and girls, with joy in their eyes is wonderful. This is the beauty of football.
DR Congo did a great job organising this event, which is the first edition of a fantastic competition that is going to become one of the biggest not only in Africa but around the world too.”
