Former Kaizer Chiefs defender Siyabonga Ngezana wins major award in Romania

Bafana Bafana centre-back Siyabonga Ngezana continues to get some recognition after being named the SuperLiga Defender of the Season by a major sports publication Fanatik.

The former Kaizer Chiefs star accepted his award on Tuesday at a glittering ceremony.

"I'm grateful for this opportunity," said Ngezana in his acceptance speech.

"It looks like my Christmas present came too early. It's very important before I leave the stage to mention the most important people who play a big role in my life. and football career."

With competition in central defence becoming stiffer in the Bafana Bafana set-up, Ngezana's recognition is a bold tick for him.

After making some errors when South Africa hosted Uganda in a 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier in September, there was some criticism for Ngezana.

But the latest award could give him an edge over the likes of Rushwin Dortley, Nkosinathi Sibisi, Mothobi Mvala and Grant Kekana.

FCSB travel to Germany to face Hoffenheim in a Uefa Europa League match on Thursday and Ngezana is expected to start.

This is a level of football that helps the former Kaizer Chiefs star continue gaining experience.