Berno Ngassa, a forward for Dodoma Jiji, has been selected as the Best Player of the Month for September in the NBC Premier League for the 2026/27 season. According to a press release by the Tanzania Premier League Board (TPLB), Ngassa demonstrated consistent high performance, beating out Maabad Maabad of Coastal Union and Anuar Jabir of Polisi Tanzania. He made a significant contribution to his team's two wins in September, scoring one goal and assisting another.
Fikirini Elias, the coach of Coastal Union, has been chosen as the Best Coach of the Month for September. He led his team to two wins, propelling them from 15th to 11th place in the league standings. Fikirini beat out Steve Barker of Simba and Vicent Mashami of Dodoma Jiji for the award. The TPLB praised Fikirini for his team's impressive performance during the month.
The TPLB also announced the top three goals for the month of September, which will be put to a fan vote to determine the best goal. The nominated goals were scored by Haroun Lyawatwa (Mashujaa vs Singida BS), Anuary Jabir (Polisi vs Mbeya City), and Mohamed Damaro (Singida BS vs Namungo). Fans will have the opportunity to cast their votes to choose the best goal of the month.
In addition to the Best Player and Coach awards, the TPLB also announced the Best Player of the Month for the Championship League. Ramadhan Kalanje of KMC was selected for the award, beating out Abiud Mtambuku of Mbeya Kwanza and goalkeeper Haroun Mandanda of Rhino Rangers. Kalanje's impressive performance earned him the recognition.
The Best Coach award for the Championship League went to Mohamed Muya of KMC. He led his team to three wins in September, outperforming Salvatory Edward of Rhino Rangers and other nominees. The TPLB recognized Muya's achievement in guiding his team to success.
The awards are part of the TPLB's efforts to recognize and reward outstanding performances in Tanzanian football. The selection process involves a committee that evaluates players' and coaches' performances each month. The awards are a way to motivate and encourage excellence in the sport.
The recognition for Ngassa, Fikirini, and other winners will be celebrated by their teams and fans. The awards ceremony will likely take place in the coming weeks, providing an opportunity for the winners to receive their accolades in person. The TPLB's efforts to promote Tanzanian football are ongoing, with a focus on developing young talent and improving the sport in the country.
Key points
- Berno Ngassa was named the Best Player of the Month for September in the NBC Premier League.
- Fikirini Elias was chosen as the Best Coach of the Month for September for his team's impressive performance.
- The TPLB also announced the top three goals for the month of September, which will be put to a fan vote to determine the best goal.
