Deon Hotto: Orlando Pirates Star Shares What He’ll Do With Carling Man of the Match Cash Prize

• Orlando Pirates star Deon Hotto has explained what he would use his Man of the Match prize money to do after being handed a big cheque by Carling Black Label
• The Namibian international was rated as the best player in the match, and was the captain for the day due to the absence of Mbekelezi Mbokazi
• The Sea Robbers wingback's performance in the Carling Black Label Cup final gathered mixed reactions from social media users

Orlando Pirates’ wingback Deon Hotto, who captained the Sea Robbers, has shared his plans for the prize money he earned from the Carling Black Label Cup.

The experienced Pirates utility player claimed the Man of the Match award, securing R100,000 after setting up the opening goal in a 2-0 victory over the All-Stars.

This win marked the team’s second trophy in a week, after winning the Carling Knockout Cup last weekend and their third overall for the season. Goals from second-half substitutes Sifiso Luthuli and Boitumelo Radiopane gave Abdeslam Ouaddou's charges the deserved win over the Manqoba Mngqithi-led Carling All-Star side.

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Ouaddou has continued to impress as Pirates coach this season, as he has won three titles since being named as Jose Riveiro's replacement in the summer.

Hotto discusses plans for MOTM prize

The Namibian international, well-known for his passion for livestock farming in his homeland, disclosed that he plans to channel his winnings into expanding his farm.

“Honestly, I’m planning to buy 14 sheep, 12 goats, and 24 chickens,” he shared during an interview on SuperSport TV.

Hotto put in an impressive performance against the All-Stars and set up the first goal scored by Luthuli with a sublime pass from the left wing-back position.

Additionally, Orlando Pirates made history by becoming the first Carling Knockout Cup winners to also secure the Black Label Cup, extending their impressive streak of domestic trophies.

Here is what social media users are saying about Hotto being named Man of the Match in the final, and also his comments about what he would use the money for.

Tshepo Tnt shared:

"Legend this one ...every season he plays top football ..no player in PSL I repeat even their mshishi does not perform every season ..this guy is on his own league."

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Ghetto Goddess SA said:

"Well deserved, Hotto is one of the best players and so underrated. This man is one of the best players for the past two seasons 👏👏🏴‍☠️"

KingVon_94 claimed:

"He's been one of the hardest working players, so he deserves every cent 🔥🔥🔥."

Vuka Darkie wrote:

"Workaholic....work horse....excessive work rate. Haters are humbled. No one will ever make me hate u. U are one of the BEST."

Tech_carnly commented:

"Red Hot Hotto legend, I know he wants to help the team win the league without a doubt."

Siviwe

"🍺🔥 Well deserved, Deon Hotto! Man of the Match on the biggest stage — Champion vibes only. Congratulations to the Buccaneers! 🏆 #CarlingCup 🍺"

Apollis reacts to MOTM award vs Gallants

Briefly News earlier reported that Oswin Apollis commented on being named Man of the Match in Orlando Pirates' win over Marumo Gallants in the Carling Knockout Cup.

The Bafana Bafana forward won his second title as an Orlando Pirates player this season.

Source: Briefly News