Tributes from clubs, players and fans have poured in for the late Zambian striker, Justin Shonga.
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Former Orlando Pirates striker Justin Shonga sadly passed away after a brief illness, as confirmed by the Football Association of Zambia.
It was revealed on Sunday evening that Shonga died in a hospital in Lusaka. During his career, he made 77 appearances for the Sea Robbers, scoring 16 goals and making 16 assists
His last professional stint was with Najran in the Saudi second division. Shonga was a familiar face in South African football, having also played for Sekhukhune United, Cape Town City, and Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila (TTM) following his time with Pirates.
Former Chipolopolo forward Justin Shonga has died. Zambia Police Deputy Spokesperson Dan Mwale has confirmed in an interview with the FAZ Media Team. Mwale said Shonga died at Sikanze Police Hospital after a short illness. More details will be availed in due course. pic.twitter.com/L4PvAi8mEc
— FAZ (@FAZFootball) June 30, 2024
Shonga also represented Chipolopolo on 15 occasions, finding the net seven times. The 27-year-old's untimely passing has sent shock waves among those in the South African football fraternity.
From his former clubs to the players he shared a change room with and did battle against in the PSL, there were plenty of tributes made on social media in honour of Shonga.
Here's a look at some of the tributes for the late Justin Shonga:
??@orlandopirates is devastated to learn of the passing of our former player, Justin Shonga . Our thoughts go out to his family and friends.
— Orlando Pirates (@orlandopirates) June 30, 2024
Rest in Peace #JustinShonga???
?????#OrlandoPirates#OnceAlways pic.twitter.com/zOY1m3Ze6Z
We are saddened to hear about the passing of former Citizen, Justin Shonga. Our thoughts go out to his friends and family.
— Cape Town City FC (@CapeTownCityFC) July 1, 2024
RIP Justin ?? pic.twitter.com/iulwed68ls
Devastating news??
— Innocent maela (@Decocr7Maela) June 30, 2024
Rest in Peace my brother.
Top player, Justin Shonga??? pic.twitter.com/SLJd3qIQO7
Yho, rest in peace, Justin Shonga pic.twitter.com/mi0LLdIRj9
— Thomas Mlambo (@thomasmlambo) June 30, 2024
RIP Justin Shonga.
— Joseph Bertrand (@JoBertrand19) June 30, 2024
Once a Pirate, Always a Pirate. pic.twitter.com/NGeHDoT3qr
Sekhukhune United Football Club is saddened by the passing of our former player Justin Shonga.
— Sekhukhune United F.C. (@SekhukhuneFc) July 1, 2024
Our sincere condolences to his Family and Friends ??????
RIP - Justin Shonga pic.twitter.com/Fc2t3ciySx
May your beautiful soul rest in eternal peace ?????? Rip Justin Shonga ??? pic.twitter.com/uv1ru5jaFq
— jackson mabokgwane (@JMabokgwane) June 30, 2024
Everyone at SuperSport United is saddened to learn of the passing of Justin Shonga.
— SuperSport United FC (@SuperSportFC) July 1, 2024
We extend our deepest condolences to the families, friends, and football fraternity during this difficult time.??
May his soul rest in eternal peace.???#MatsatsantsaUnified pic.twitter.com/kmxOazRsBR
.@MikeMakaab and the staff of Prosport International are deeply saddened by the passing of Justin Shonga. We extend our condolences to his family, friends and the football community. May his soul rest in peace ????? pic.twitter.com/CRjLbwnnG1
— Prosport International (@ProsportInt) July 1, 2024
GOD BLESS ????
— fashion sakala jnr (@fashionjr10) July 1, 2024
RIP?????
It is with a heavy heart that I bid farewell to my brother Justin Shonga.
Your passing is a profound loss. my deepest condolences go out to your family and friends.
FS10 DREAMS DIE WHEN WE ARE CALLED BY GOD BUT THE LEGACY WILL LIVE FOREVER
Read:Matthew 5:4 pic.twitter.com/Mb4aC4Fwo1
RIP SHONGA?????????? pic.twitter.com/ol2MI3NzVL
— Siphiwe Zengele (@SIPHIWEZENGELE8) June 30, 2024
Rest In Peace Justin Shonga ??? pic.twitter.com/fLAb4oFFEO
— Football Stage (@Football__Stage) June 30, 2024
RIP Justin Shonga
— Vina , Corporate Communications Manager (@alfavina) July 1, 2024
Condolences to the bereaved family, friends, former clubs and Chipolopolo. pic.twitter.com/Fl568DEbWW
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