The South African footballer Sinamandla Zondi died on Tuesday after he collapsed in the warming up for a second-class competition, said his club Durban City.
The 22-year-old was taken to the hospital prior to Durban's match against Milford FC and the match was abandoned during the break when civil servants were told that Zondi had died.
Because of the seriousness of the injury, an ambulance brought him to the hospital, but he died before he arrived at the care institution.
The cause of death still had to be determined.
“It is with deep sadness that we confirm the death of Sinamandla Zondi, also known as Sgora, a beloved member of the Durban City family,” the club said in a statement.
'Sinamandla was more than a talented football player, he was a teammate, a friend, a brother, a son and an inspiration for everyone who knew him.
'Our thoughts and sincere condolences are with his family, friends, teammates, coaches and everyone who is affected by this tragic loss.
“We will support those who are close to him close to him.”
The defender made his professional debut in September 2021 and this season had been for his club for his club while they are at the top of the rankings and are on course for promotion to the top flight of South African football.
The club made an announcement on social media shortly after the break in their collision with Milford, with Durban City 1-0 at that time, that the game was suspended with more details that followed.
His death comes two years after Richards Bay FC player Siphamandla Mtolo died at the game of playing during a training session.
Mtolo collapsed during a training session with 15 minutes to go, according to reports, and struggled to breathe.
Although he was taken to the hospital in a private car that he would be by the club's general manager, he died tragically.