Maxime Soulas: French Player Awarded 55kg of Potatoes for Man of the Match Performance

French centre-back Maxime Soulas, who plays for Danish Superliga club Sønderjyske, received an unusual prize after being named Man of the Match in his team's 3–2 win over FC Nordsjælland—55 kilograms of freshly harvested potatoes.

Instead of a traditional trophy or monetary award, Soulas was presented with a wheelbarrow full of locally dug potatoes immediately after the match. The unique gesture quickly caught the attention of fans and social media users, with many calling it one of the most unconventional Man of the Match prizes in football.

The potatoes, estimated to number around 260 based on an average weight of 210 grams each, were valued at approximately $220 USD, according to local retail pricing. The reward was not only a lighthearted surprise but also seen as a celebration of the region’s agricultural roots.