Rising star Relebohile Mofokeng of Orlando Pirates has become one of the most recognized players this season, securing five nominations for the upcoming Premier Soccer League (PSL) Awards.
Orlando Pirates dominated the shortlist with a total of 13 nominations across nine different award categories. The club enjoyed a successful season, capturing the MTN8 trophy, finishing as runners-up in the DStv Premiership, reaching the CAF Champions League semifinals, and making it to the Nedbank Cup final.
At just 20 years old, Mofokeng has been instrumental to the team’s achievements, impressing fans and experts alike with his skill and consistency.
Mofokeng’s Award Nominations
Mofokeng is nominated for several top honors, including:
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PSL Footballer of the Season (alongside Lucas Ribeiro from Mamelodi Sundowns and Keletso Makgalwa from Sekhukhune United)
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Betway Premiership Players’ Player of the Season, voted by fellow professional players
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Betway Premiership Young Player of the Season
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MTN8 Last Man Standing
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Nedbank Cup Most Promising Player
Recognition for an Outstanding Season
These nominations follow Mofokeng’s breakthrough last season, when he won the Nedbank Cup Most Promising Player and the Young Player of the Season awards. His goals and assists during the 2023/24 campaign were crucial in helping Pirates secure multiple titles and reach finals.
Other Key Nominees
Among other nominees for the major awards are:
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Betway Premiership Coach of the Season: Steve Barker (Stellenbosch), Miguel Cardoso (Sundowns), and Jose Riveiro (Pirates)
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Betway Premiership Goalkeeper of the Season: Sipho Chaine (Pirates), Elvis Chipezeze (Magesi), and Ronwen Williams (Sundowns)
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Betway Premiership Defender of the Season: Grant Kekana (Sundowns), Thabo Moloisane (Stellenbosch), and Nkosinathi Sibisi (Pirates)
Sundowns striker Lucas Ribeiro is also featured among nominees, including for Goal of the Season.
A Bright Future Ahead
With five nominations this year, Mofokeng is solidifying his status as one of South Africa’s most promising young footballers. Fans and analysts alike await the awards ceremony, where he hopes to add more individual honors to his growing list of achievements.
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