Ryder Mofokeng, legendary captain of the Chiefs, dies



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Johannes “Ryder” Mofokeng. Image: Lucky Nxumalo

Kaizer Chiefs announced on Saturday the death of the legendary former captain Ryder Mofokeng.

The former captain and one of the club’s founding stars in 1970, Mofokeng (70) led Amakhosi to numerous titles during his early days.

The former defender was part of the festivities in early 2020 when the Chiefs celebrated their 50th anniversary. The former Chiefs academy coach, like the club’s other legends, would have been disappointed last year when the club failed to end its trophy drought despite a long career at the top of the league table. the league.

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“It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our legend and the oldest captain of the Kaizer Chiefs, Johannes ‘Ryder’ Mofokeng. The president has expressed his deepest condolences on behalf of the club to the bereaved family and friends. Robala ka kgotso Phoka, ”the club said in a statement.


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