On Monday, John Moeti, a former South African midfielder who was a member of the team that won the African Cup of Nations in 1996, passed away at his home. Moeti had played for South Africa. He was 55.
The South African Football Association made the announcement of Moeti’s passing
The South African Football Association made the announcement of Moeti’s passing, although they did not provide a reason for his passing.
A family representative named Victor Rakhale claimed in a statement released by SAFA that Moeti had been unwell eight months prior and was currently receiving specialised medical treatment.
Moeti was a key member of the South African national team that won the African Cup on home soil just two years after the end of apartheid. During his stint with the national team, Moeti appeared in a total of 29 international matches between the years 1995 and 1999.
In 1995, he was a pivotal member of the Orlando Pirates team that made history by being the first South African club to win the African Champions League. He was also the captain of Orlando Pirates, one of the most successful clubs in the nation.
Moeti was honoured by his former club, Pirates, who stated that he “defied the odds” to become a successful midfielder despite having a height of only 5 feet 7 inches.
“Despite his little stature, John was a powerhouse on the field, demonstrating remarkable intensity and persistence,” Pirates stated. “Despite his small stature, John was a powerhouse on the field.” “He was well-known for his ability to control the midfield, easily initiating his own attacks while simultaneously thwarting those of the opponent.
John was a fierce competitor who would never back down from a test of his mettle and would always give his best for the good of the team.
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