THE Confederation of African Football (CAF) has expressed its condolences to the people of South Africa following the death of AmaZulu captain Bonginkosi Ntuli.
The 32-year-old forward passed away over the weekend after a battle with cancer, throwing his country into mourning.
“The Confédération Africaine de Football is saddened by the news of the sudden passing of AmaZulu FC player, Bonginkosi Ntuli,” CAF said in an official statement yesterday.
“Ntuli played for a number of South African Clubs including Mamelodi Sundowns, Golden Arrows and Platinum Stars.
“CAF President Dr Patrice Motsepe conveys heartfelt condolences to the family of Bonginkosi Ntuli, the Club and the South African Football Association.
“May Bonginkosi Ntuli spirit rest in peace.”
Ntuli was declared dead at the Midlands Medical Centre in Pietermaritzburg on Sunday afternoon.
The striker was rushed to the private hospital just before a fixture against Polokwane City last month, and he was subsequently diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer.
Ntuli got married to AmaZulu Chief Executive Officer, Sinenjabulo Zungu, in a ceremony in the KwaZulu-Natal province just before the current South African Premier League kicked off.
