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The former forward was part of the Brewers team that won the KPL title and the FKF Shield Cup in 2016.
Stephen Owusu, a former Tusker FC and Nairobi Stima forward, has died.
The 37-year-old man died Saturday night after a battle with a long illness that forced him to return to Ghana for treatment.
Owusu was part of the Brewers team that won the 2016 Kenyan Premier League (KPL) and the Kenya Football Federation (FKF) Shield Cup in the same year.
After a poor 2017 season in Kenya’s top flight, Owusu was among 14 players fired by coach Robert Matano. Others who were shown the door alongside the Ghanaian were Anthony Ndolo, George Mandela, Moses Ndawula, Victor Ndinya, Luis Tera, Danson Kago, Noah Wafula, Martin Kizza and Clifford Alwanga.
Humphrey Mieno, Allan Wanga, James Situma and Cercidy Okeyo were also fired.
Owusu’s last assignment in Kenyan football was in the National Super League (NSL) with Nairobi Stima.
Several athletes have used their social media accounts to mourn the fallen striker.
“I was speechless,” posted Dianah Yonah, Tusker FC Media Liaison Officer on your facebook account. “[Rest in peace] Owusu, [double double] champion. Until we meet again.
Herbert Mwachro, who lost in the recently held FKF elections, also tweeted his message of condolence after learning of the former forward’s passing.
“Football is poorer without you,” tweeted the former FKF Executive Vice President (CEO).
Soccer is poorer without you. Thanks for the many memories.
Rest in peace Stephen Owusu 😢 pic.twitter.com/zuRgFsVKzI– Herbert Mwachiro (@HerboTawa) October 24, 2020
“Thanks for the many memories, rest in peace Stephen Owusu.”
Ronald Okoth, who recently retired from soccer after a stint at Sofapaka, was not far behind.
“My condolences to Stephen Owusu’s family,” the former player tweeted.
“Definitely one of the best opponents I’ve ever played against. Unplayable on his fine day and a sharp thorn in the flesh of our defense line.
“May his soul rest in peace.”
My sincere condolences to the Stephen Owusu family 🇬🇭 formerly at Tusker FC. Definitely one of the best opponents I have ever played against. Unplayable on his good day and a sharp thorn in the flesh of our line of defense. May his soul rest in peace. 🕯
– Ronald Okoth (@RonaldOkoth__) October 24, 2020
Owusu began his football development with the Mine Stars minnows in Ghana in 2001 before joining Asante Kotoko a year later until 2005. He was acquired by Heart of Lions from 2006 to 2010 and he was sent on loan to Tunisian team Esperance Tunis.
He also played for Sharks FC of Nigeria and Customs Stars FC of Ghana before coming to Kenya.
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