By Francis Onyach - Reporter
Kenya, December 11 2025 - Chelsea’s impressive form last month under Enzo Maresca has been officially recognised after the Italian tactician was named Premier League Manager of the Month for November. The Blues enjoyed a strong run of form during the month, registering 3 wins and 1 draw in 4 matches, scoring seven goals and conceding only one.
Chelsea picked up crucial points, tightened up defensively, and displayed fluid attacking play that has re-energised the fanbase. Maresca’s approach and tactical consistency drew praise, with November considered the team’s most convincing period since the season began. The award marks his first Manager of the Month honour since joining Chelsea and signals growing belief in the long-term project he is building at Stamford Bridge.
Meanwhile, Igor Thiago, the Brazilian striker for Brentford, capped off a prolific November by being voted Premier League Player of the Month. Thiago scored five goals in four Premier League games in November, including braces against Newcastle United and Burnley, making him one of the division’s most dangerous forwards during the month.
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The 24-year-old’s performances combined sharp finishing, intelligent movement in and around the penalty area, and a relentless work rate that kept defenders under constant pressure. Across the month, his goals were directly decisive in Brentford’s attacking threat and highlighted his evolution into a consistent match-winner.
Thiago’s rise has been one of the Premier League’s standout stories this season, with his scoring form placing him high in the Golden Boot chase and drawing attention from fans and pundits. His Player of the Month award reflects not only his individual brilliance but also his importance to Brentford’s overall performance in a competitive run of fixtures. Brentford fans are happy to have another top goal poacher, after the departure of their key attackers last summer(Mbeumo to Manchester United and Wissa to Newcastle United).
