Legendary soccer player Phil Chippa Masinga died after a long illness over the weekend. The former Bafana Bafana player is most famous for scoring the goal that led the team to the 1998 World Cup.
Fans, friends, and colleagues took to social media to celebrate his life.
SAFA has confirmed that Bafana Bafana legend Phil Masinga has passed away at the age of 49. pic.twitter.com/nVEE2CSgcH
— SuperSport (@SuperSportTV) January 13, 2019
“I’m saddened by the passing of Phil Masinga. Phil was a gentleman. He served & left an indelible mark. He left us with memories of AFCON 96 & France 98. He represented SA excellently. Condolences to the bereaved family & friends. Your loss is a loss to many”- Chairman K. Motaung pic.twitter.com/hyZQ1yfCDO
— Kaizer Chiefs (@KaizerChiefs) January 13, 2019
The EFF sends condolences on the passing of Phil Masinga. pic.twitter.com/2YuvzXnmgP
— Economic Freedom Fighters (@EFFSouthAfrica) January 13, 2019
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“We are mourning the loss of a great legend.”
Ex-South Africa and Leeds Utd captain Lucas Radebe has paid tribute to his friend and former team-mate Phil Masinga, who has died aged 49.
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— BBC Sport (@BBCSport) January 13, 2019
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We have lost another hero-Phil Masinga just passed away-Rest well Phil..May your soul rest in perfect peace ?? pic.twitter.com/DlTNeJXDXw
— Anthony Baffoe (@AnthonyBaffoe) January 13, 2019
Side-by-side! I have nothing but fond memories of our time together as Bafana Team mates on and off the field. Thank you for that honour. May your soul Rest In Peace my dear friend. #PhilMasinga #Legend. pic.twitter.com/swXrwTjkyy
— Andre Arendse (@TheAndreArendse) January 13, 2019
Phil Masinga had passed away
A servant to the game , a man whose contribution to the game is immeasurable, the doors he helped unlock for those to follow remain wide open … Thank you Chippa.#RIPMasinga pic.twitter.com/a9bcBroto8— Thomas Mlambo (@thomasmlambo) January 13, 2019
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Such sad news on the passing of Phil Masinga… ?
Condolences to family, friends and the football fraternity at large ??
— Mpho Letsholonyane (@M_Letsholonyane) January 13, 2019
Chippa ?
Phil Masinga scored a decisive goal in 1997 against Congo that sealed #SouthAfrica’s spot at the 1998 World Cup in France.
And this awesome assist vs #Cameroon is evergreen. pic.twitter.com/1kv8xmCa6p
— Oluwashina Okeleji (@oluwashina) January 13, 2019
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We are saddened by the news of the passing of former @BafanaBafana striker Phil Masinga. South African football has lost one of its most favourite sons. Our deepest condolences to his family, friends & the football fraternity.
☠️????☠️#RIPPhilMasinga #OnceAlways pic.twitter.com/sD8KpGfFoP— Orlando Pirates FC (@orlandopirates) January 13, 2019
