The race for the May 2026 NBC Premier League Player of the Month award has intensified, with three standout stars delivering exceptional performances and sparking lively debate among football fans and analysts in the country.
The players in contention are Azam FC’s Feisal Salum, Yanga SC’s Allan Okello, and Simba SC’s Clatous Chama, each of whom has produced highly competitive statistics over the course of the month.
According to May statistics alone, Okello has shown the strongest goal-scoring form, netting 9 goals and providing 1 assist. He has been directly involved in 10 goals overall and has won the Man of the Match award four times.
Azam FC midfielder Feisal Salum, known as “Fei Toto,” has continued to display outstanding form throughout the season. He leads the league scoring charts with 14 goals and 8 assists in total. In May, he recorded 7 goals and 1 assist, contributing to 8 goals overall and earning three Man of the Match awards.
For his part, Clatous Chama of Simba SC has further proven his quality as a highly creative attacking midfielder. Across the season, he has registered 8 goals and 6 assists. In May, he scored 5 goals and provided 4 assists, while also leading the trio in Man of the Match awards with five.
A football analyst noted that the competition for the monthly award remains open, as each player offers different strengths—Okello with direct goal impact, Feisal as a consistent season-long leader, and Chama with creativity and a high number of Man of the Match performances.
It is clear that the final decision for the May 2026 Player of the Month is expected to be highly competitive, with fans eagerly awaiting the official announcement.
