The local football fraternity mourned the passing of Royal Eagles coach and former Chippa United mentor Roger Sikhakhane, who passed away at the age of 42, the team confirmed on Saturday.
Sikhakhane, who came to prominence on the local football sphere as Chippa United mentor, joined the Eagles towards the end of last season.
Eagles was said to have appointed Serbian Zlatko Krmpotic to replace Sikhakhane, who had been on sick leave.
He saved Eagles from relegation and was largely expected to challenge for some silverware this season.
Cape Town City said on their Twitter page that they were saddened to learn of Sikhakhane's death.
The club is saddened to learn of the passing of South African coach Roger Sikhakhane. Thoughts and prayers are with the family and all affected by this tragic loss. #RIP 💙 pic.twitter.com/gufj43qkJh
— Cape Town City FC (@CapeTownCityFC) November 3, 2018
Cape Town based side Ajax Cape Town also sent condolences to the Sikhakhane family.
RIP Roger Sikhakhane ❤️
— Cape Town Spurs FC (@CapeTownSpursFC) November 3, 2018
Our deepest and most sincere condolences go out to the Sikhakhane family during this difficult period. pic.twitter.com/kx9vZnyB96
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