Kaizer Chiefs have paid tribute to the family of former player Peter ‘Pele’ Mokotedi, who passed away a few days ago.
- Kaizer Chiefs have paid respect to one of their former players who passed on to glory a few days ago
- The Premier Soccer League giants hailed the South African legend for what he contributed to their team during his time at the club
- The Mzansi football legend was known for his wizardry dribbling skills, goal scoring prowess, and his lightening pace during his playing days
The South African football legend turned out for Witbank Black Aces and Kaizer Chiefs during his playing days before hanging his boot.
Fuduwa, as he’s been fondly called, joined the Soweto giants in 1980 from Witbank Black Aces and stayed with Amakhosi for three seasons before he left.
Kaizer Chiefs mourn the death of South African football legend Peter ‘Pele’ Mokotedi who died a few days ago. Photo: @KaizerChiefs. Source: Twitter
Chiefs mourn the death of Mokotedi
The short period Mokotedi spent at Kaizer Chiefs earned him legendary status. He was popular among fans due to his pace, dribbling skills, and scoring ability.
Fuduwa tormented defenders alongside Pule’ Ace’ Ntsoelengoe and Nelson ‘Teenage’ Dladla in the Premier Soccer League during their time.
Kaizer Chiefs released an official statement on their website to mourn the South African football legend.
“Kaizer Chiefs mourn the passing of one of their most talented and popular former players, Peter’ Pele’ Mokotedi, who thrilled the Amakhosi faithful with his mesmerising skills between 1980 and 1983,” the club stated.
“Fuduwa, Pele, Shalela, Professor Ghapwepwe Mokotedi, folk hero, Legends Never Die.”
Mokotedi was presented with a framed number 8 Amakhosi jersey, which was signed by the management and players of Kaizer Chiefs in 2014.
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Soweto giants Kaizer Chiefs are believed to be willing to fork out R15 million to secure the services of highly rated Tanzanian midfielder Feisal Salum.
Salum is in the books of Azam FC and is one the best players Tanzanian Premier League. He was the second-highest goal scorer in the league last season with 19 goals.
Amakhosi were hoping to bounce back after a disappointing 10th-place finish in the league last season. However, things have not gone according to plan despite making significant investments in the transfer market before the start of the season.
They currently sit ninth in the Betway Premiership standings, with just 11 points from eight matches. Coach Nasreddine Nabi, brought in to bring back the club’s glory days, has stressed the importance of strengthening the squad amid their struggles again this season.
It appears that Amakhosi are responding to his calls. According to Soccer Laduma, an insider privy to the situation confirmed that the Soweto giants are prepared to table an R15 million offer Salum.
“The club has taken the proposal by assistant coach Cedric Kaze very seriously concerning the need to sign Tanzanian midfielder Feisal Salum from Azam FC and that is why they have made an offer.
“It’s not in the region of around R30 million that the club asked for the player when Sundowns inquired about him but it’s a good offer from Chiefs who have a tight budget at the moment.
“It will all depend on the other conditions and clauses in the proposal which could motivate Azam to consider what Chiefs have put on the table,” the insider told the publication
