Nikita Rokavica’s rare 2020 season does not go unnoticed by the world. And after setting the long streak last season, and also finishing in sixth place in Europe with 25 goals, the Maccabi Haifa striker received a place of honor among the best players in Asia. In this award, the Asian Federation gave the fans the power when they can choose from the 15 nominees. Vote for Rokavica now >>
Alongside the Australian Rokavica came representatives from all over the continent. Of course, the highlight of that list is Tottenham star Jung Mi Sun, who has won the title of best player in Asia three times in the past. The attacking player was also voted the Spurs’ best player last season when one of his 22 goals received the great honor – the beautiful goal of the year, which he scored against Burnley.
Alongside them, you can also see the wonderful pioneer of Zenit St. Petersburg, Sardar Azmon. The Iranian conceded 21 goals in all competitions, resulting in the title of goal scorer in Russia along with his teammate, Artyom Dziuba.
Another notable name is Kang In Li from Valencia. The 19-year-old South Korean was selected last season as the best young player on the continent, and his progress can also be seen this season. In September, he issued two assists against Levante and as a result became the highest-ranked player in La Liga in the 21st century.
The players who have completed the list are: Mehdi Termi (Porto), Ali Adnan (Vancouver), Ali Golizada, Koe Razai and Riota Morioca (Charleroi), Takahiro Tomiasso (Bologna), Takafosa Kubo (Real Madrid / Villarreal), Wataru Ando (Stuttgart). Huang He-chen (Salzburg / Leipzig), Takumi Minamino (Salzburg / Liverpool), Daichi Kamada (Frankfurt).
