First details: AmaZulu star tragically passes on

AmaZulu FC confirmed the passing of first team striker Bonginkosi Ntuli on Sunday afternoon.

The 32-year-old passed away in hospital following a brief battle against Cancer, according to the club.

Reports suggest the lethal striker had been in hospital since last week.

Ntuli enjoyed an eleven year professional career which started at Golden Arrows. The striker made over 280 professional appearances, scoring 72 goals. Ntuli made six appearances for AmaZulu FC this season.

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AmaZulu star tragically passes on

“It is with a very heavy heart that we inform you of the untimely passing of our beloved centre-forward and loyal servant, Bonginkosi Ntuli.” the statement read from the club.

“Ntuli was [very recently] diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer, which metastasised and ultimately led to his death at the Midlands Medical Centre Private Hospital in Pietermaritzburg this afternoon.

“May his beautiful soul rest in peace. The club requests privacy and patience be granted to his family and friends at this difficult time. Furthermore, an announcement will be made in due course.”

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In other news, Many Kaizer Chiefs fans were hoping to see Mmodi in action against his former side Arrows however the speedy winger was nowhere to be seen in Johnson’s match-day squad.

Chiefs lacked bite in attack and Mmodi would’ve undoubtedly provided them with some much needed pace in attack however here’s why Johnson opted against playing him.

According to Johnson, Mmodi was tactically sacrificed to ‘see something else’ from his side.

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Chiefs coach explains Mmodi absence

“Players like Ashley Du Preez, Edmilson Dove, and Pule Mmodi were not out because they were unavailable. It’s the change we tried so that we can see something else.” the Amakhosi coach said as quoted by FarPost.

“We tried to shuffle a little bit. There were some changes. I’m not saying there weren’t changes. I thought the team played better. I thought they put a good shift but they go home sad because they know in their hearts that they should have gotten a second goal.”

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