Football is not boxing; Onyango recognizes teammates' influence in his success

Denis Onyango is the most successful and recognized player in the history of the South African Premier Soccer League | Courtesy Image

South Africa Football is not boxing; Onyango recognizes teammates' influence in his success

Brian Aheebwa • 14:37 - 23.06.2023

The 38-year-old has won 15 major honors with the Bafana ba Style but, most importantly, the CAF Champions League in 2016, their only Champions League triumph, and seven Premier Soccer League trophies.

Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper Denis Onyango has heaped praise on his Masandawana teammates for their influence on his successful spell at the club.

The former Uganda Cranes captain has a collection of silverware and individual accolades in the 12 years he has spent at Loftus Versfeld Stadium.

Denis Onyango and former Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Pitso Mosimane posing with the MTN 8 trophy at a press conference | Courtesy IMage

"I am not in a boxing ring, so thanks to the teammates who have helped me win the league titles and Cups," Goal.com quoted Onyango.

"I did not play much last season, but I have always been ready to support the team and be ready when called for action."

Onyango noted: "Winning seven league titles with Sundowns is massive, and thanks to my competitive teammates who have helped me win these trophies because I can not win these things alone."

Goalkeeper Denis Onyango saved five penalty shootout kicks to help Mamelodi Sundowns win the MTN 8 against Cape Town City | Courtesy Image

The 38-year-old has won 15 major honours with the Bafana ba Style but, most importantly, the CAF Champions League in 2016, their only Champions League triumph, and seven Premier Soccer League trophies.

Onyango has touched on at least every title in South Africa; three Nedbank Cups, two Telkom Knockout Cups, CAF Super Cup, and MTN 8.

He won the PSL thrice in a row with SuperSport United in 2007/08, 2008/09, and 2009/10 before winning his first with the Brazilians in 2015/16.

With the Ka bo Yellow, Onyango clinched it six times on the bounce in 2017/18, 2018/19, 2019/20, 2020/21, 2021/22, and 2022/23.