Confederation of African Football (CAF) president Patrice Motsepe has issued a statement after a South African midfielder passed away on Tuesday.
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Earlier this week, Richards Bay announced the sad news that 29-year-old midfielder Siphamandla Mtolo had passed away after collapsing during a training session.
Mtolo played a full 90 minutes against Kaizer Chiefs last weekend, leaving South African football in mourning following his untimely death.
CAF chief Motsepe has since sent his heartfelt condolences to all of those affected by the midfielder's passing in a statement released on CAFOnline.com.
"CAF President Dr Patrice Motsepe has expressed shock and sadness following the tragic death of Richards Bay FC player Siphamandla Mtolo, who collapsed during the training session at his club in South Africa," the statement read.
"Dr Motsepe and the CAF Family mourns the tragic passing of a player who played a meaningful role in helping his club, Richards Bay FC, gain promotion to the elite league.
"CAF conveys deepest condolences to the family of Siphamandla Mtolo, South African Football Association, the Premier Soccer League and Richards Bay FC Family during this difficult moment."
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