The official account of the Saudi Roshan Football League ignited the off-field competition by announcing the list of nominees for the Player of the Week award for Matchday 22, which featured intense matches and remarkable results. The list includes four outstanding players who delivered exceptional performances for their respective teams, making the selection process, which relies on fan voting, even more challenging and exciting.
The list is topped by Ivorian star Franck Kessié, midfielder for Al-Ahli, and Saudi international Mohamed Kanno, the midfield dynamo for Al-Hilal. Alongside them are defender Hassan Kadash of Al-Ittihad and goalkeeper Castilles of Al-Qadisiyah, completing the four-way competition for the prestigious individual award. The winner is expected to be determined within 24 hours based on the volume of public voting via the league's official platforms.
Background of the award and its importance in the Saudi League
The Player of the Week award is one of the initiatives launched by the Saudi Professional League to increase fan engagement and recognize outstanding individual performances each week. With the league's historic transformation since attracting major international stars, these awards have gained added significance, reflecting the high level of competition between local and foreign professionals. The competition is no longer limited to accumulating points and winning team titles; it now extends to demonstrating individual excellence in each round, thus raising the quality of matches and increasing fan engagement.
Candidate influence and the importance of their performance
The nomination of this quartet reflects the diversity and quality across all playing positions. The presence of Franck Kessié, fresh from successful European stints with AC Milan and Barcelona, underscores the immediate impact of international stars on raising the league's standards. Mohammed Kanno represents the continued excellence of Saudi players and their ability to compete strongly even amidst this constellation of stars, which also strengthens the national team. Meanwhile, the nomination of defender Hassan Kadash highlights the crucial defensive roles that are just as important as scoring goals, while the selection of goalkeeper Castilles indicates that brilliance isn't limited to top teams; all clubs possess players capable of making a difference. This competition not only benefits the participating clubs but also contributes to enhancing the global image of the Roshan League as an attractive and highly competitive football destination.
