GUANGZHOU, Nov. 10 (Xinhua) -- Dalian Yingbo midfielder Nicolae Stanciu was named Chinese Super League (CSL) Player of the Year at the league's annual awards ceremony here on Tuesday, winning the Golden Ball award.
"This award belongs to everyone at the club, I am honoured to play in Dalian, a football city," said Stanciu, who contributed 10 goals and five assists in 27 league appearances for Dalian.
Dalian coach Li Guoxu was named Coach of the Year after guiding the club to its first CSL title following a remarkable comeback from 18 points behind.
Beijing Guo'an forward Zhang Yuning, who scored 15 league goals, won the domestic Golden Ball and domestic Golden Boot awards.
"The award means a lot to me because it is not just about the impressive numbers but recognition of the role and value I brought to the team," Zhang said.
Beijing Guo'an goalkeeper Hou Sen won the Golden Glove award, while Dalian Yingbo's Mao Weijie was named Golden Boy.
Referees Wang Di, Zhang Lei and Li Haixin received the Golden, Silver and Bronze Whistle awards, respectively. ■
