Super Eagles winger Moses Simon is in the running to receive a newly introduced honor in French football, as Ligue 1 organizers unveil the ‘Top Passeur’ badge, an award recognizing the league’s top assist provider.
The Ligue de Football Professionnel (LFP) announced the initiative on Wednesday, February 5, expanding its badge system, which previously only rewarded the league’s top goal scorer.
Ligue 1 Introduces New Recognition for Assist Leaders
Currently, Paris Saint-Germain’s Ousmane Dembélé holds the badge for Ligue 1’s top scorer, having netted 14 goals in 20 matches. He is closely followed by Marseille’s Mason Greenwood (13 goals) and Lille’s Jonathan David (12 goals).
In an effort to highlight creativity, the Ligue 1 has now introduced the ‘Top Passeur’ badge, which will be displayed on the jersey of Ligue 1’s leading assist provider.
Joao Neves, le #TopPasseur pic.twitter.com/X0L0ejpuDW
— Ligue 1 McDonald’s (@Ligue1) February 5, 2025
The first player to receive this badge is PSG’s Joao Neves, who has recorded six assists in 16 appearances this season, according to Ouest-France.
Simon Among the Leading Contenders
Super Eagles winger Moses Simon, one of Europe’s most effective dribblers, is a strong contender for the new honour. He has also provided six assists this season in 18 ligue 1 appearances.
As Nantes prepare to take on Brest this weekend, Simon will have another chance to showcase his playmaking abilities.
A couple of assists could see him surpass Neves and become the new holder of Ligue 1’s ‘Top Passeur’ badge.