The first gongs of the Betway Premiership have been announced with Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro, Mamelodi Sundowns attacker Lucas Ribeiro Costa and Stellenbosch defender Fawaaz Basadien being the recipient winners.
 
Riveiro has been awarded the Betway Premiership Coach of the Month for September and October 2024. 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. 
 
Meanwhile, 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. 
 
Additionally, Stellenbosch FC’s Basadien secured the Betway Premiership Goal of the Month award for his spectacular long-range goal from his half against Cape Town City at Athlone Stadium on 25 September 2024.  

Basadien’s remarkable strike triumphed over notable goals by Chippa United’s Andile Jali against Pirates and Pirates’ promising youngster Mohau Nkota against AmaZulu.