Sekhukhune United duo Lehlohonolo Seema and Linda Mntambo win top DStv Premiership awards

The former Orlando Pirates captain joined Babina Noko in November and has since transformed the side into second-place contenders, having displayed an exciting brand of football, winning all five matches in February/March, netting 11 goals while conceding just three.

The judging panel lauded Seema’s ability to instill an exciting and fluid style of play, guiding Babina Noko to victories over Richards Bay, Golden Arrows, Royal AM, Moroka Swallows, and Orlando Pirates.

Meanwhile, Mntambo, making a triumphant return from injury, clinched the DStv Premiership Player of the Month award with a string of influential displays.

Despite his limited appearances this season, Mntambo contributed three goals and two assists during crucial victories for Sekhukhune, securing his maiden monthly individual accolade in the league.

“I am just excited and overwhelmed with excitement and I am proud of the accolade that I have just achieved and for the hard work that I have been putting in behind the scenes,” said Mntambo.

“I have been working extremely hard with the medical team to make sure that I get back to full fitness and make sure that I contribute to the team’s success, I am really happy to be where I am and I would not got this if it weren’t for the coaches and my teammates,” he added.

This historic feat marks the first time a coach or player from Sekhukhune have claimed a DStv Premiership monthly award, underscoring the club’s burgeoning prominence.

In a separate recognition, Thabiso Lebitso of Orlando Pirates announced his arrival with a stunning long-range strike against rivals Kaizer Chiefs in the Soweto Derby.

Lebitso’s goal clinched the DStv Premiership Goal of the Month for February/March, edging out Teboho Mokoena’s thunderous effort against SuperSport United.