Durban City FC have confirmed the tragic death of one of their players, Sinamandla Zondi, during a league match played on Tuesday night.
It was supposed to be the exciting occasion of the KZN Derby in the Motsepe Foundation Championship between Durban City and Milford FC at the Chatsworth Stadium.
Milford took the lead in the first-half, with Siphosethu Ndlabi scoring the opening goal as they aimed to dent Durban City’s hopes for Betway Premiership promotion.
During an unfortunate incident, Durban City star Zondi collapsed shortly before the match started, an incident that necessitated him being quickly taken away by ambulance and rushed to the Chatsmed Garden Hospital for urgent medical attention.
Tragically, he passed away after arriving at the medical facility. Thereafter, upon Durban City receiving the devastating news, the match was suspended.
DURBAN CITY CONFIRM THE PASSING OF SINAMANDLA ZONDI
“It is with deep sadness that we confirm the passing of Sinamandla Zondi aka Sgora, a Loved member of the Durban City family,” the club confirmed via a statement.
“Sinamanda was more than a talented footballer; He was a teammate, a friend, a brother, a Son and an inspiration to all who knew him.
“Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with his family, friends, Teammates, Coaches and everyone affected by this tragic loss.
“We will continue to support those close to him during this difficult time.”
Zondi had been a member of the team since its time as Maritzburg United, remaining with the club through its rebranding to Durban City and its subsequent move to Chatsworth this season.
With Durban City leading the league standings in their promotion bid, Zondi had been a key player, consistently featuring in Simo Dladla’s starting eleven this season and making a big contribution.
I-FARPost ithi dudu emndenini wakwaZondi, kubangani, nakwiqembu i-Durban City Football Club kanye nelikanobhujuzwayo lonkana. [Everyone at FARPost would like to send their sincere condolences to Zondi’s family, friends, loved ones, Durban City Football Club, and the football fraternity at large].
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