The 2023 AFC (Asian Football Confederation) Awards ceremony is set to take place in Shanghai on September 18th. The awards recognize the best players, coaches, and teams from across Asia for their outstanding contributions to the sport over the past year.

Among the nominees for this year's awards, two names that have been generating buzz are Wu Lei of China and Zhang Yuning of South Korea. Wu Lei, who plays as a forward for Chinese club Guangzhou Evergrande, has become one of the most exciting young talents in Asian football in recent years. He has scored numerous goals for his team and has also impressed international scouts with his skill and creativity on the pitch.

On the other hand, Zhang Yuning, who was born in South Korea but currently plays for Japanese club FC Tokyo, has had a successful career in the Asian game. She has won several domestic titles and has also represented her country at the FIFA Women's World Cup and the Olympic Games.

Both Wu Lei and Zhang Yuning have received strong support from fans and media alike, making it difficult to predict which one will win the award. However, based on their performances and achievements so far, both players have a good chance of being nominated for various categories, including Best Young Player and Best Goal-Scorer.

Ultimately, only time will tell who will emerge victorious in the 2023 AFC Awards ceremony. But regardless of the outcome, these two players will undoubtedly be remembered as some of the most talented athletes in Asian football history.