Kaizer Chiefs midfielder George Maluleka has been awarded the Absa Premiership Goal of the Month award for December.
The 30-year-old, who was captain on the day, produced a superb strike on the edge of the 18-yard area after a pass from Kabelo Mahlasela, a goal which saw Chiefs win 1-0 over SuperSport United.
Now that’s what an #AbsaPrem goal should look like ??
Habashwe, @GeorgeMaluleka – you scored on the field and now you’ve also scored #GoalOfTheMonth for December.❤️ if that one got you onto your feet. #WozaNazo #Africanacity pic.twitter.com/k1axC7QLD5
— Absa South Africa (@AbsaSouthAfrica) February 20, 2019
The veteran midfielder’s goal ensured that he became the first Amakhosi player to win the award this season and will be the first individual monthly award for Maluleka, who’s also had stints at United and Ajax Cape Town.
Maluleka’s strike was one of ten goals nominated for the award, alongside Bradley Ralani, Lebohang Maboe, Jemondre Dickens, Tshwarelo Bereng, Rhulani Manzini, Salulani Phiri, Thembinkosi Lorch, Kabelo Dlamini and Thabang Monare.
The goal by Mido as Maluleka is affectionately known, was voted for by fans who picked their favourite via the Premier Soccer League (PSL) website.
@KaizerChiefs midfielder George Maluleka wins the #AbsaPrem goal of the month award for December 2018 for his stunning strike against @SuperSportFC pic.twitter.com/2flfFZSr6F
— Dean Workman (@DeanoWorks) February 20, 2019
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