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Johannesburg – Former Kaizer Chiefs captain Johannes “Ryder” Mofokeng has passed away, the club confirmed in a statement.
“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 statement said.
“The President, on behalf of the Club, has expressed his deepest condolences to the grieving family and friends. Robala ka kgotso Phoka “.
Mofokeng performed for Kaizer Chiefs during the team’s “golden age” in which he was captain of the club for 11 years and won 4 NPSL titles and a quadruple in 1981.
South African Minister Fikile Mbalula shared a condolence post on Twitter after hearing the sad news.
Rest easy, “Staff Ryder” condolences to his family and Kaizer bosses. https://t.co/nzHNamJyY1
– Minister of Transport | Mr Fix (@MbalulaFikile) January 2, 2021
Tributes to the legend hit social media after the news:
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, on behalf of the Club, expressed his deepest condolences to the bereaved family and friends.
Rocío sleep peacefully. pic.twitter.com/4mwCvSTvtn
– Kaizer Chiefs (@KaizerChiefs) January 2, 2021
Rest in peace with legend Ryder Mofokeng. Thanks for him for helping build this bug brand and entertaining us. A true life of Khosi 4. Love and peace to the family 💛✌🏾🕊️ # Kings4Life
– Cellular® ❁ (@Cellular_ZA) January 2, 2021
Than the soul of Oom Ryder RIP pic.twitter.com/Qq201pfPoy
– Sliq Ric Thabo🇿🇦 (@ThaboInc) January 2, 2021
Rest in peace 🕊️. Thanks for the good memories LEGEND, the captain with the longest service rest easy 🙏 @KaizerChiefs pic.twitter.com/3C8q2CtQqt
– Willard Katsande (@WillardKatsande) January 2, 2021
The most successful Johannes Ryder Mofokeng
– pardon judge (@ pardon) January 9, 2020
Condolences to his family and close friends.
History shows that he served the club with pride and immense respect!May his soul rest in peace!
– Bongani Dlamini (@rhealJeff) January 2, 2021
May the legendary Ryder Mofokeng rest in eternal peace. It will always be our legend. Live
– Castro masumpa (@castromasumpa) January 2, 2021
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