Sipho Chaine and his mother. Image via Instagram @thediskigeneral10
RIP: Orlando Pirates star Sipho Chaine’s mother passes away
‘No wonder he cried so much on that day’ – Orlando Pirates goalkeeper Sipho Chaine lost his mother on the Soweto derby day.
Sipho Chaine and his mother. Image via Instagram @thediskigeneral10
Orlando Pirates star goalkeeper Sipho Chaine lost his mother on 9 March when he played against Kaizer Chiefs.
It was a massive day for South African football as fans witnessed a thrilling Soweto derby. It was an electric atmosphere in the FNB Stadium, with the Pirates winning 3-2.
Despite all the football, something sad happened as Chaine lost his mother on the same day. @Diskigalore revealed the news of her passing and left fans in tears.
“Orlando Pirates goalkeeper Sipho Chaine lost his mother on Friday but still played the Derby 😭💔”
MZANSI MOURN ORLANDO PIRATES STAR SIPHO CHAINE’S MOTHER
After the news broke out that Sipho Chaine’s mother had passed away. Some of his fans were left in tears. Some consoled him, but some were not impressed by his decision to play after losing his mother.
@nomusa “May her soul rest in peace condolences to the family 💔”
@Nduduzo Khumalo “Aw phephisa qhawe uNkulunkulu abe nawe nomndeni wonke wako-Chaine💔”
@Seino R-Rover “No wonder he cried so much on that day😭😭😭💔🙏🏻 May her soul rest in peace…xolo bhuti🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻”
@Captain “Sad news, she was always there to cheer his boy up..”
Orlando Pirates goalkeeper Sipho Chaine lost his mother on Friday but still played the Derby 😭💔 pic.twitter.com/Ik6SnvVXfu
— DISKI GALORE (@Diskigalore) March 11, 2024
CHAINE SHOWS CHARACTER
Despite losing his mother, the Orlando Pirates goalkeeper showed his strong mentality to play the Soweto derby. Indeed, this was something fans loved to see: a player giving his all, even in difficult times.
The Pirates’ goalkeeping department had been under the spotlight since Senzo Meyiwa’s death. Over the years, they failed to find a proper replacement for Senzo, but Chaine made fans believe again.
In October 2023, Chaine left fans in tears, remembering Senzo after he saved penalties in the MTN8 final against Mamelodi Sundowns. Some fans claimed that Senzo’s spirit rose in Chaine, and he had been impressed.
Producing such a performance in the Soweto derby and helping the team win after losing a parent was another plus.
