Senegal and Al-Ahli goalkeeper Edouard Mendy has etched his name into football history by becoming the first goalkeeper ever to win the “Best Goalkeeper” award in three separate tournaments across three different continents.
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The 32-year-old shot-stopper achieved this unprecedented feat following his latest accolade at the 2025 AFC Champions League, where he played a pivotal role in guiding Saudi Pro League side Al-Ahli to a remarkable campaign.
Mendy previously clinched the “Best Goalkeeper” award at the 2021 UEFA Champions League with Chelsea in Europe and the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) with Senegal in Africa.
His performances have consistently stood out on the global stage, earning him a reputation as one of the most reliable and commanding goalkeepers in modern football.
Reacting to the record-breaking achievement, football fans and pundits alike have praised Mendy for his resilience and dedication.
From being without a club in 2014 to rising through the ranks in France, then conquering Europe with Chelsea, and now making his mark in Asia, his journey has been nothing short of inspirational.
Senegal’s football federation celebrated the milestone, describing Mendy as “a national hero who continues to break boundaries and make Africa proud.”
