Mamadou Sangaré, a midfielder for Paris Saint-Germain, has been awarded the 2026 Marc-Vivien Foé prize, recognizing the best African player in France's Ligue 1. He is the first Malian to receive this honor, winning by a significant margin of 219 points over runner-up Lamine Camara of AS Monaco.
The award, named after the late Cameroonian international Marc-Vivien Foé, is decided by a jury of journalists and football experts. Sangaré's exceptional performances throughout the 2025-2026 season, including key contributions to PSG's league campaign, secured his victory. He finished with 219 points, ahead of Camara (second) and Moussa Niakhaté of Olympique Lyonnais (third).
Sangaré's triumph highlights the growing influence of Malian footballers in European leagues. The 24-year-old has been a consistent performer for PSG since joining from FC Metz in 2024, known for his defensive solidity and passing range.
