The Kenya Premier League (KPL) has added a thrilling twist to the competition by introducing monthly awards for the Player of the Month and Manager of the Month, giving fans an opportunity to celebrate the best performers both on and off the pitch.
Football enthusiasts can now vote for their favorite player or coach, directly influencing who walks away with the coveted awards. The Player of the Month winner will receive Ksh50,000, while the Manager of the Month takes home Ksh75,000. For this month, four players and four managers have been shortlisted for the honors.
Gor Mahia Dominate Player of the Month Nominations
Michael Kibwage (Gor Mahia)
Harambee Stars defender Kibwage has been a rock at the back, starting all seven of Gor Mahia’s matches. Under his guidance, the team has recorded five wins, one draw, and one loss. In his most recent outing, Kibwage made 14 clearances, five interceptions, two blocks, and completed 90% of his passes, registering nine progressive passes and contributing to four consecutive clean sheets.
Vincent Mahiga (AFC Leopards)
Mahiga has been pivotal in Leopards’ resurgence, featuring prominently in their six-match unbeaten streak before missing a defeat to Mara Sugar due to illness. Against Mathare United, he scored a goal, made 12 clearances, 10 interceptions, 11 progressive passes, five blocks, and maintained 79% pass accuracy.
Sharif Musa (Gor Mahia)
The Harambee Stars forward has been in scintillating form, scoring twice and assisting once, including a goal and assist against Kenya Police FC. In that game, Musa delivered 13 crosses, created five chances, and achieved 92% pass accuracy.
Enock Morrison (Gor Mahia)
The Ghanaian midfielder has been consistent, completing 16 progressive passes, seven interceptions, four clearances, and winning four second balls, maintaining 90% pass accuracy, crucial to Gor’s midfield stability.
Manager of the Month Contenders
Charles Akonnor (Gor Mahia)
Akonnor has guided Gor to the league summit with five wins, one draw, and one loss, reinforcing the squad with key signings, including Harambee Stars’ first-choice goalkeeper. Gor scored six goals and conceded none in the past month, securing three consecutive victories.
Patrick Odhiambo (Kakamega Homeboyz)
Odhiambo has impressed with nine goals scored, four conceded, an 80% win rate, and one clean sheet, placing Kakamega Homeboyz second in the league after eight matches.
Fred Ambani (AFC Leopards)
Ambani’s Leopards scored six goals and conceded four over the last month, achieving a 50% win rate and one clean sheet. Despite a recent loss to Mara Sugar, the team remains fourth on the table.
Charles Okere (Tusker FC)
Tusker FC’s head coach rounds off the shortlist. The Brewers have shown improvement, scoring four goals, conceding two, achieving a 50% win rate, and maintaining two clean sheets.
Fans can vote monthly for their favorite Player and Manager via a dedicated online link. In addition, the KPL has introduced Man of the Match recognition for every fixture, determined through performance metrics and match statistics, giving players added incentive to shine in each game.
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