Tributes have poured in for the late Justin Shonga, who passed away at the age of 27.
The Namibian forward passed away on Sunday as confirmed by the Zambian Football Association.
The 27-year-old was recently on the books at Saudi Arabian outfit Najran Sports Club.
Shonga also spent time in the Premier Soccer League top-flight for the likes of Orlando Pirates, TTM, Cape Town City and Sekhukhune United.
During his time in the South African top-flight, Shonga scored 19 goals and registered 18 assists in 107 appearances across all competitions.
Tributes have since poured in for the Namibian forward following his passing.
☠️@orlandopirates is devastated to learn of the passing of our former player, Justin Shonga . Our thoughts go out to his family and friends.
Rest in Peace #JustinShonga🕊️
⚫⚪🔴⭐#OrlandoPirates#OnceAlways pic.twitter.com/zOY1m3Ze6Z
— Orlando Pirates (@orlandopirates) June 30, 2024
We are saddened to hear about the passing of former Citizen, Justin Shonga. Our thoughts go out to his friends and family.
RIP Justin 💙 pic.twitter.com/iulwed68ls
— Cape Town City FC (@CapeTownCityFC) July 1, 2024
Stellenbosch Football Club is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Justin Shonga.
We wish to extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, former teammates, and loved ones. May his soul rest in peace 🕊️ pic.twitter.com/s9rxdXNq3v
— Stellenbosch FC (@StellenboschFC) July 1, 2024
Sekhukhune United Football Club is saddened by the passing of our former player Justin Shonga.
Our sincere condolences to his Family and Friends 💔🕊🫶
RIP – Justin Shonga pic.twitter.com/Fc2t3ciySx
— Sekhukhune United F.C. (@SekhukhuneFc) July 1, 2024
Everyone at SuperSport United is saddened to learn of the passing of Justin Shonga.
We extend our deepest condolences to the families, friends, and football fraternity during this difficult time.🙏
May his soul rest in eternal peace.🕊️#MatsatsantsaUnified pic.twitter.com/kmxOazRsBR
— SuperSport United FC (@SuperSportFC) July 1, 2024
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