AmaZulu FC have confirmed the tragic passing of striker Bonginkosi Ntuli at the age of 32. The news was announced by the club on Sunday, sending shockwaves through the South African football community.
The cause of death as announced by Usuthu was cancer. Ntuli lost the battle with the sickness on Sunday and was declared dead on Sunday afternoon at the Midlands Medical Centre Private Hospital in Pietermaritzburg.
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“It is with a very heavy heart that we inform you of the untimely passing of our beloved centre-forward and loyal servant, Bonginkosi Ntuli,” said AmaZulu in a statement.
“Ntuli was (very recently) diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer, which metastasized and ultimately led to his death at the Midlands Medical Centre Private Hospital, in Pietermaritzburg this afternoon.
“May his beautiful soul rest in eternal peace. The club requests privacy and patience be granted his family and friends at this difficult time. Further announcements will be made in due course.”
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Ntuli’s last game in the PSL was in the thrilling 3-2 win by AmaZulu over Cape Town City in September. That was this six DStv Premiership appearances in the 2023/24 season.
Overall, he played in over 280 games in SA’s topflight with 75 goals and 12 assists to his name. In AmaZulu colours, he featured in 142 matches, scoring 43 goals.
Ntuli also had stints at Mamelodi Sundowns, Golden Arrows and the now-defunct Platinum Stars. SoccerNews24 extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones of Bonginkosi Ntuli, as well as to AmaZulu FC and the entire football community.