Who was the best player at AFCON 2012?

Zambia's improbable triumph gave AFCON 2012 its fairy-tale story, but individual excellence was spread across the whole tournament. Who was truly the best?

1

Christopher Katongo

Zambia's captain who was voted the tournament's best player as Zambia won their first-ever AFCON title.

2

Emmanuel Mayuka

Zambia's young striker who was the tournament's top scorer and was electric throughout Zambia's historic run.

3

Kennedy Mweene

Zambia's goalkeeper who was a hero in the final penalty shootout against Ivory Coast.

4

Gervinho

Ivory Coast's pacy winger who caused constant problems for opposing defenses throughout the tournament.

5

Asamoah Gyan

Ghana's prolific striker who was dangerous throughout as Ghana reached the semi-finals.

6

André Ayew

Ghana's forward who played with skill and composure throughout Ghana's campaign.

7

Samuel Eto'o

Cameroon's legendary striker who top-scored for his side but couldn't prevent an early Cameroon exit.

8

Mubarak Wakaso

Ghana's midfielder who scored spectacular goals and was impressive throughout Ghana's run.

9

Frédéric Oumar Kanouté

Mali's veteran striker who led Mali's surprising run to the semi-finals of the competition.