DStv Channel 403 Tuesday, 05 November 2024

Football fraternity mourns Mtolo's loss

RICHARDS BAY - The South African football community is in mourning following the tragic death of Richards Bay captain, Siphamandla Mtolo.

The Natal Rich Boys star died after collapsing during training on Tuesday.

The 29-year-old captained the KZN side when they won the Motsepe Foundation Championship last season.

READ: Richards Bay FC confirm Mtolo's passing 

His journey in the top flight had just begun after missing a huge chunk of the first half through injury.

The Premier Soccer League has expressed its sadness at the news.

It says a moment of silence will be observed at all Nedbank Cup and Diski Challenge fixtures this week.

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