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The Premier League’s Player and Manager of the Month awards for August 2024 are set to be announced soon, and the competition is fierce.
With outstanding individual and team performances, KN24 predicts that Erling Haaland will win Player of the Month and Fabian Hurzeler will take home the Manager of the Month award. Here’s a breakdown of why these two stand out from the rest.
Find the complete list of nominees below:
Premier League Player Of The Month Nominees
| Player Nominees | Achievements |
|---|---|
| Erling Haaland (Man City) | Scored 7 goals in 3 games, including two hat-tricks. |
| Bryan Mbeumo (Brentford) | Scored 3 goals in 3 games, stepped up in Ivan Toney’s absence. |
| Amadou Onana (Aston Villa) | Scored 2 goals in 3 games, key player in wins over West Ham and Leicester City. |
| Cole Palmer (Chelsea) | 1 goal and 3 assists in a 6-2 win over Wolverhampton. |
| David Raya (Arsenal) | 2 clean sheets, standout saves against Wolves and Aston Villa. |
| Bukayo Saka (Arsenal) | 1 goal and 3 assists, vital in Arsenal’s unbeaten start. |
| Mohamed Salah (Liverpool) | 2 goals and 1 assist, key to Liverpool’s strong start under Arne Slot. |
| Danny Welbeck (Brighton) | Scored crucial goal in Brighton’s win over Manchester United. |
| Manager Nominees | Achievements |
|---|---|
| Pep Guardiola (Man City) | Manchester City ended August unbeaten with wins over Chelsea, Ipswich, and West Ham. |
| Arne Slot (Liverpool) | Perfect start with 2 wins in 2 games, including a 2-0 win over Ipswich. |
| Mikel Arteta (Arsenal) | Arsenal unbeaten with 2 wins and 1 draw, smart substitutions, including Trossard’s immediate goal. |
| Fabian Hurzeler (Brighton) | Brighton unbeaten with wins over Everton and Manchester United, along with a draw against Arsenal. |
Erling Haaland: Player of the Month Favorite
Erling Haaland has once again proven his unmatched prowess in front of goal. The Norwegian striker scored an astonishing 7 goals in just 3 games, breaking the record for the best goalscoring start in Premier League history. His consistency in front of goal has been pivotal to Manchester City’s perfect start to the season.
Haaland opened his account with a goal against Chelsea and then followed that up with back-to-back hat-tricks against Ipswich Town and West Ham United. His incredible finishing, positioning, and work rate make him the clear favorite to win the Player of the Month award.
While other nominees have put in excellent performances, Haaland’s dominance in front of goal sets him apart. His ability to consistently deliver for City makes him KN24’s top pick for the Player of the Month award.
Fabian Hurzeler: Manager of the Month Prediction
At just 31 years old, Fabian Hurzeler has taken the Premier League by storm, leading Brighton to an unbeaten start in August. His tactical innovations and excellent game management have seen Brighton secure wins over Everton and Manchester United, along with a hard-fought draw against Arsenal.
Despite being one of the youngest managers in the league, Hurzeler has shown maturity beyond his years. His ability to motivate and get the best out of his squad, many of whom are older than him, is commendable. Hurzeler has guided Brighton through a tough set of fixtures, and his achievements in August make him our pick for Manager of the Month.
Though Pep Guardiola also led Manchester City to a perfect August, Hurzeler’s ability to navigate tricky matches with limited resources makes him the standout candidate for this month’s award.
Conclusion
As the Premier League’s first 2024/25 season awards approach, KN24 predicts that Erling Haaland and Fabian Hurzeler will take home the Player and Manager of the Month accolades, respectively.
Haaland’s goalscoring brilliance and Hurzeler’s tactical excellence have set them apart from the competition, making them the top candidates for these prestigious awards.
