Denis Onyango
Awards & Honours
12
Awards Won
3
Honours
3
Records
Denis Onyango's career is a masterclass in consistency and dominance within African football. He holds the distinction of being the most decorated player in the history of the South African Premier Soccer League, having amassed an impressive collection of trophies over more than a decade. His two CAF Champions League titles mark him as a key figure in the success of Mamelodi Sundowns, elevating them to continental giants.In 2026, media outlets specifically crowned him as being in a league of his own, highlighting his status as the most successful foreign-born player in the PSL. His ability to perform under pressure, exemplified by his historic five-penalty save in the 2026 final, cements his legacy as one of the greatest goalkeepers the continent has ever produced.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Most Decorated Player in the PSL
Recognized as the player with the most trophies in the history of the South African Premier Soccer League.
CAF Team of the Year
Selected as one of the top goalkeepers in Africa for the year.
CAF Team of the Year
Selected as one of the top goalkeepers in Africa for the year.
Records & Feats
Five Penalty Saves in One Match
Saved five consecutive penalties in the second leg of the 2026 CAF Champions League final against AS FAR, a feat unprecedented in modern African football history.
Oldest CAF Champions League Winner
Became one of the oldest players to win Africa's biggest club prize, lifting the trophy at age 41 in 2026.
Most Decorated Player in PSL History
Holds the record for the most trophies won by a single player in the history of the South African Premier Soccer League.