Tributes are pouring in from all walks of life, since the sad news of John 'Shoes' Moshoeu's passing. Moshoeu had been in and out of hospital this year, as he struggled with his health.
Read: RIP John 'Shoes' Moshoeu
The news of his passing was announced on Tuesday, with the football legend having succumbed to cancer at Morningside Clinic in Johannesburg.
The social media platforms have been inundated with tributes for the late football star.
Here are some of the tweets from men and women in the South African football fraternity:
Renowned football agent Glyn Binkin tweeted:
@Glyn_Binkin: "John Shoes Moshoeu sadly passed away at 15h00 this afternoon after a long but brave battle with cancer. May his dear soul rest in peace!!"
In response to the sad news, former SAFA referee Jerome Damon tweeted:
@jerome_k_damon: "@Glyn_Binkin moved to sadness. Deepest and most sincerest condolences to his family and friends. Another fallen hero #Condolences"
@morakem100: "@Glyn_Binkin very sad indeed. May his soul rest in peace. A legend is gone.....go well Lesiba"
Television and radio presenter, Robert Marawa, tweeted:
@robertmarawa: "In the presence of some members of the Class of '96 by his bedside, John "Shoes" Moshoeu passed away at 15H00 this afternoon. #RIPShoes"
@markgleesonfoot: "RIP Shoes - what a player"
@shoozmekuto: "RIP Legend John Shoes Moshoue. Our prayers are with the family friends and all those close to him. Hamba kahle Boss..."
@MarksMaponyane: "My deepest condolences to the Moshoeu family and friends, RIP Lesiba."
@ProsportInt: "From all of us at Prosport International, we send our condolences to the family and friends of football legend John "Shoes" Moshoeu..."
@GN_SportsAgency: "One of the standout players in SA finest moment in world football.. Winning #AFCON1996 Legend #RIPShoes"
@Amanda_Dlamini9: "Deeply saddened by the passing of "Shoes".His fight against cancer brought awareness.A fighter and true legend, he paved the way. RIP Shoes"
@TKwenaite: "Thanks for all the good memories Lesiba John "Shoes" Dieta, Moshoeu, the man with diamonds on the soles of his shoes"
@MbalulaFikile: "Just got the sad news of the passing away of Shoes Mosoeu another football legend #RIPShoes"
The details of Moshoeu's funeral are expected to be communicated by his family in due course.
Rest in Peace Shoes!
