Peter Whittingham shortlisted for two awards

22 February 2012 21:09
Player of the year and goal of the year.

Peter Whittingham has been shortlisted for two awards at the 'Football League Awards 2012'

Whittingham is on a shortlist of three for Championship Player of the Year along with Southampton pair Adam Lallana and Ricky Lambert.

These players have been voted for by the Football League club managers.

Whittingham is also in with a chance of goal of the year. His stunning goal against Barnsley last year at CCS is one of five on the shortlist.

Mitre Goal of the Year nominees are:Peter Whittingham (v Barnsley) Cardiff City Darren Ambrose (v Manchester United) Crystal Palace Peter Leven (v Port Vale) Oxford United Kári Árnason (v Milton Keynes Dons) Plymouth Argyle Paul Coutts (v Colchester United) Preston North End

The winners are being announced at a gala ceremony at The Brewery, London on Sunday 11 March 2012.

Cardiff City are also nominated in two categories.

The club are challenging for Family Club of the Year and Best Marketing Campaign.

Source: FOOTYMAD