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?

Christopher Katongo

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

1/9

Emmanuel Mayuka

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

2/9

Kennedy Mweene

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

3/9

Gervinho

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

4/9

Asamoah Gyan

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

5/9

André Ayew

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

6/9

Samuel Eto'o

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

7/9

Mubarak Wakaso

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

8/9

Frédéric Oumar Kanouté

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

9/9