Andre Onana has been awarded the 2024 FIFPRO Merit Award for Player Impact.

By: Stevenson Privij, UK | Date: November 28, 2024

The goalkeeper for Manchester United, Andre Onana, has been honored with the esteemed FIFPRO Player Impact Award in acknowledgment of his remarkable humanitarian contributions. This award highlights Onana's philanthropic endeavors through the Andre Onana Foundation, which he founded to offer free medical assistance and surgeries to underserved communities in Cameroon and throughout Sub-Saharan Africa. At just 28 years old, Onana's foundation has made a significant difference, with medical teams conducting over 1,200 surgeries in the last three years. Reflecting on his journey, Onana shared a profound sense of duty to support those in need, stating, "When I was down, they extended a hand to help me stand up. I've never forgotten the assistance I received." The FIFPRO award not only celebrates Onana's charitable work but also includes a $10,000 donation to his foundation to further its initiatives. This recognition places Onana alongside other distinguished players who have made an impact off the field; he is the second Manchester United player to earn this honor, following Marcus Rashford's recognition for his advocacy for free school meals in 2020. As he advances his career with Manchester United, Onana remains committed to using his platform as a professional athlete to inspire change and enhance lives in his home country and beyond. His acknowledgment by FIFPRO serves as a testament to the positive influence that athletes can exert through their charitable actions.