Femi Azeez has been named in the PFA Championship Team of the Year after an impressive 2025/26 campaign with Millwall.
The Super Eagles forward was honoured for his outstanding performances at a gala dinner held at the Manchester Opera House on Tuesday evening.
Azeez was recognised alongside some of the division’s outstanding performers after earning the backing of his fellow professionals.
His selection caps a breakthrough campaign in which he established himself as one of Millwall’s most important attacking players.
The Nigerian scored 11 league goals in 35 Championship appearances for Millwall, helping the club finish third and secure a place in the promotion play-offs.
Azeez’s excellent form at club level subsequently earned him his maiden call-up to the Super Eagles under head coach Eric Chelle.
He made an immediate impact on his Nigeria debut during the Unity Cup, scoring twice against Zimbabwe in a 2-0 victory.
Azeez is joined in the Championship XI by Coventry City goalkeeper Carl Rushworth, Milan van Ewijk and Bobby Thomas, while Millwall teammate Tristan Crama and Southampton defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis complete the defensive selections.
The midfield features Middlesbrough’s Hayden Hackney, Coventry City’s Matt Grimes and Jack Rudoni, while Swansea City forward Žan Vipotnik and Coventry striker Haji Wright in attack.
The recognition further highlights Azeez’s rapid rise, with the Nigerian now looking to build on his impressive club campaign and establish himself as a regular part of the Super Eagles setup.
Wale Adejumo
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