November 6, before the home game against Ipswich.
Ma'el and Garrispeed were invited to the interview area to receive their monthly awards, which came as no surprise to anyone.
As for Ma'el, if a player contributes to 7 goals in a single month and cannot win the Player of the Month award, he's likely competing against the likes of Messi and Ronaldo in La Liga.
He was born in the wrong era, bumping into two era-defining players.
As for Garrispeed's Manager of the Month, that too was almost a foregone conclusion.
Thanks to the players' hot form, Sheffield United achieved an unbeaten record of 4 wins and 1 draw in 5 league matches last month, which is championship contender quality.
Though there were hiccups in between, they managed to hold on and achieved perfect results.
"Looking back now....."
Garrispeed, holding the commemorative cup and smiling, reflected: "Last month felt like a dream. The team suddenly woke up from slumber, performing above their capability.
