The Premier Soccer League has announced the April winners thanks to their exploits in the South African top-flight football.
Sanele Barns of Stellenbosch, Sekhukhune United duo of Keletso Makgalwa and Renaldo Leaner, TS Galaxy's Kamogelo Sebelebele, Babina Noko coach Eric Tinkler, Thulani Gumede of Magesi FC and Kaizer Chiefs versatile attacker Glody Lilepo were all nominated for consideration in their respective categories.
Player of the Month
“Sekhukhune United midfielder, Keletso Makgalwa earned the Player of the Month accolade following a series of standout performances in April,” the PSL said in a statement.
“Makgalwa was featured in three out of four matches, contributing significantly to the team's attacking prowess, including scoring a crucial goal and providing an assist. His dynamic play and creativity were instrumental in Sekhukhune's unbeaten run during the month.
“Makgalwa edged out strong competition from his teammate, goalkeeper Renaldo Leaner, who kept two clean sheets, and Stellenbosch FC midfielder, Sanele Barns, who also put up an impressive performance in April.”
Coach of the Month
“Makgalwa was recognised alongside his coach, Eric Tinkler, who was voted Coach of the Month. Under his guidance, Sekhukhune United concluded the month of April unbeaten, recording three wins and a draw,” PSL announced.
“Tinkler orchestrated impressive victories over Cape Town City (2-1), Polokwane City (2-0), and Orlando Pirates (1-0), as well as a hard-fought 1-1 stalemate against TS Galaxy. These results propelled Ba Bina Noko into the top three bracket of the Betway Premiership.”
Goal of the Month
“Kaizer Chiefs forward, Glody Lilepo, claimed the Goal of the Month award for his spectacular solo effort at home against Marumo Gallants on 26 April.
“The Congolese international’s impressive dribbling past three opponents before unleashing a powerful shot into the top corner edged out strong competition from Kamogelo Sebelebele's impressive strike for TS Galaxy against Magesi FC, as well as Thulani Gumede’s curler from the edge of the box against Cape Town City,” the PSL concluded.
