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Injury force Sangweni to retire


Orlando Pirates defender, Syabonga Sangweni (34) has announced his retirement from football after receiving medical advices over his long term  injuries.

The Dondotha-born defender last represented Orlando Pirates in the final of the CAF Confederations cup against Tunisian giants Etoile du Sahel.

Orlando Pirates chairman Dr Irvin Khoza confirmed the news in the club's website.
He praised the professionalism of Sangweni saying " He led by example rather than words".

"His natural leadership qualities were self-evident. It was therefore not a surprise nor coincidence that it was under his helm as vice-captain that Orlando Pirates won its second treble. He commanded respect amongst his peers. His leadership was a quite one. He was more expressive rather than talkative," Khoza said.

The veteran defender represented Bafana Bafana on 29 occasions. He played a crucial role in Bafana Bafana reaching the 2013 African cup of Nations quarter-final.

Khoza said the actions of Sangweni to postpone his wedding when its organization was at an advance stage last year November reminded him of Jomo Sono's actions.

Sangweni postponed his wedding to travel with Orlando Pirates to Tunis to play in the CAF Confederation Cup Final.


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