Premier Soccer League (PSL) assistant referee Moeketsi Molelekoa has died, the South African Football Association (Safa) has confirmed.
According to the association, Molelekoa died in a car accident on Friday night.
“Our deepest sympathy goes out to his family at this difficult time,” Safa said in a statement.
The South African Football Association (SAFA) is deeply saddened by the news of FIFA Assistant Referee Max Molelekoa's passing pic.twitter.com/nwzjCuzu8N
— SAFA.net (@SAFA_net) January 21, 2023
The PSL is saddened by the passing of match official, Moeketsi Molelekoa.
— Official PSL (@OfficialPSL) January 21, 2023
The League sends heartfelt condolences to the Molelekoa family, SAFA, and the football fraternity at large. pic.twitter.com/Csm8EY9Ons
“The refereeing fraternity in South Africa is saddened by this loss. May his soul rest in peace.
“Details of his funeral service and other related activities will be conveyed in due course. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, loved ones and friends.”
The PSL also sent its condolences to the Molelekoa family, Safa, and the football fraternity at large.
“The PSL will observe a moment of silence in his honour ahead of this weekend’s DStv Premiership, DStv Diski Challenge, and Motsepe Foundation Championship fixtures.”
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