The 2025/26 Premier Soccer League Awards celebrated the outstanding performers who have shaped South African football over the past season. Among the evening’s most deserving winners was Forwardzone client Gabriel Amato, who was named the Motsepe Foundation Championship Young Player of the Season.

The award recognises one of the country’s brightest emerging talents following a breakthrough campaign that showcased Gabriel’s technical quality, maturity and consistency. His performances for Cape Town City have established him as one of South African football’s most exciting young prospects, earning widespread recognition across the game.

While individual awards are never achieved in isolation, this honour reflects the countless hours of work invested behind the scenes. From daily training sessions to matchday performances, Gabriel has continued to demonstrate the professionalism, discipline and mindset required to compete at the highest level.

At Forwardzone, we believe in supporting athletes beyond the ninety minutes. Our role is to create opportunities that allow talented individuals to maximise their potential both on and off the field, and it is incredibly rewarding to celebrate milestones such as this alongside Gabriel.

This recognition is not simply a reward for one outstanding season. It is another step in what promises to be an exciting future for one of South African football’s next generation of stars.

Congratulations, Gabriel. This honour is richly deserved, and we look forward to seeing what the future holds.