Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro and Mamelodi Sundowns attacker Lucas Ribeiro have been crowned for their achievements in the last two months in the Premier Soccer League.
The PSL was delayed with the alignment of a new sponsor, as well as the MTN8 competition that Bucs eventually won after defeating Stellenbosch in the final.
International breaks have also led to inconsistencies in South African top-flight football, explaining why just seven rounds have been played by most clubs.
The Soweto Giants have recorded a blistering start in the league, winning a club record seven matches in a row. The defending champions are second on the table having collected three points less from the seven games they have played as well.
Riveiro and Ribeiro crowned September and October PSL winners
Recently, coach Riveiro hit 100 matches with Bucs after joining in the 2022/23 season, and his recent efforts have been recognized by the league managers.
“The Spanish tactician led the Buccaneers to a flawless start in the 2024/25 Betway Premiership season, guiding his team to victory in each of their first six matches. Riveiro edged out strong competition from Polokwane City head coach Phuti Mohafe and Mamelodi Sundowns mentor Manqoba Mngqithi to claim the accolade,” The PSL said in a statement.
“Meanwhile, Mamelodi Sundowns forward Lucas Ribeiro Costa was named Betway Premiership Player of the Month. The Brazilian-born star maintained his impressive form, scoring four goals and delivering two assists to help the defending champions secure a strong start to the season. Ribeiro Costa emerged as the winner, outperforming Orlando Pirates players Sipho Chaine, Relebohile Mofokeng, and Deon Hotto.”
Kaizer Chiefs target was also recognized for scoring the best goal in the aforementioned months.
“Additionally, Stellenbosch FC’s Fawaaz Basadien secured the Betway Premiership Goal of the Month award for his spectacular long-range goal from his own half against Cape Town City at Athlone Stadium on 25 September 2024,” the PSL continued.
“Basadien’s remarkable strike triumphed over notable goals by Chippa United’s Andile Jali and Orlando Pirates’ promising youngster Mohau Nkota.”
