Kaizer Chiefs are mourning the death of Orlando Pirates legend Mzansi React

• Kaizer Chiefs have mourned the death of an Orlando Pirates legend who died after being confined to a wheelchair for a long time
• The South African football legend was rated as one of the best players in the country’s history before his death
• Local football fans joined the Glamor Boys in mourning the passing of the Pretoria Callies legend on social media

Kaizer Chiefs have joined the South African football world in mourning the death of Orlando Pirates legend Lucas ‘Masterpieces’ Moripe, who sadly passed away on Tuesday, November 19, 2024.

Moripe is considered one of the greatest footballers in South African history, as he was a popular figure in the league during the 1970s and 1980s.

Local fans colloquially referred to him as “The God of Football” during his time with Pretoria Callies. In 1973 he was named Sportsman of the Year.

Kaizer Chiefs mourn Moripe’s death

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According to iDiskiTimes, Lucas joined Pirates in 1981, but was dealing with the effects of an ongoing knee injury.

Kaizer Chiefs have put their rivalry with Orlando Pirates behind them as they mourned the passing of Moripe.

The Glamor Boys have released a statement on their legal name on X (formerly known as Twitter) to express their condolences over the football legend’s death.

“Our deepest condolences go out to the family, friends and football club for the passing of football legend and stalwart Lucas Masterpieces Moripe,” the club said.

“May his soul rest in peace.”

Mzansi responds to Chiefs’ condolence message

Tipesca said:

“My condolences to the legend’s family and friends and to the football club. May his soul rest in peace.”

gaselanonto wrote:

“We really need a sad button. Liking this post feels bad, but we have no choice. Rest in peace Masterpieces Moripe 💔”

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bongumusagwala1 shared:

“Rest in peace Masterpiece, may your soul rest in eternal peace.”

sTanZa_tz commented:

“Condolences to the entire football family.”

Donny_Lonzo responded:

“May his soul rest in peace. 🕊️”

South African fans are mourning an ex-Sundowns coach

Short news also reported that local fans mourned the loss of former Mamelodi Sundowns coach Johan Neeskens on Sunday, October 6, 2024.

The three-time UEFA Champions League winner died at the age of 71 in Algeria while working for the Royal Dutch Football Association (KNVB).

Source: Kort Nieuws