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Kaizer Chiefs academy star James McFarlane has tragically passed away according to his management agency, Siyavuma Sports Group (SSG).
The promising midfielder is said to have been involved in a car accident.
SSG issued the following statement regarding the death of the South African youth international.
“It is with great regret that we report that James McFarlane, Kaizer Chiefs U19 and SA U17 national team player have passed away in a tragic accident,” a statement read.
“We have lost one of our family. Our hearts go out to his family, friends and those of his colleagues who also tragically lost their lives.
“We will miss you, James. May your soul rest in peace. Base Soccer #SSG” Leaders of African soccer. “
The 18-year-old was the captain of the Chiefs U-17 team before being promoted to the club’s U-19 team.
His exploits caught the attention of then-South Africa U-17 head coach Molefi Ntseki in 2017 and he was inducted into the national team.
McFarlane was part of the South African team that participated in the 2017 Cosafa U-17 Championship in Mauritius.
The diminutive player scored against Mozambique in the opening match of Group B and South Africa managed to advance to the knockout phase.
However, Ntseki’s team was stunned by the tournament hosts in the semi-finals and also lost to Malawi in the play-off match for third place.
McFarlane was then inducted into the South African preliminary squad ahead of the 2018 Cosafa Under-17 Championship, which was also hosted by Mauricio.
However, this time McFarlane was not named to the final team of the regional tournament and Ntseki’s team finished second and qualified for the final phase of the Caf U-17 Africa Cup of Nations 2019 in Tanzania.
objective He sends his deepest condolences to McFarlane’s family and friends, as well as his club, Chiefs and former teammates.
It is with great regret that we inform you that James McFarlane, Kaizer Chiefs U19 and SA U17 national team player have passed away in a tragic accident. We have lost one of our family. pic.twitter.com/64SElXDwPQ
– SSG (@Siyavumasports) November 6, 2020
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