Death deals Black Rhinos FC another blow

Zim Now Writer

Black Rhinos Football Club has lost another player, Marcus Mapunhure, who was hit by a car last Friday, the club announced.

In a statement, the Premier Soccer League club announced that Mapunhure, popularly known as ‘Rojo,’ died at Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals.

“The club regrets to announce the passing on of one of our new players, Marcus Mapunhure, popularly known as ‘Rojo’, this morning, 18 March 2023, at Parirenyatwa Hospital.

“He was hit by a car in Harare Central Business District yesterday morning on his way to the training ground. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. May his soul rest in eternal peace.”

Mapunhure’s death comes after that of yet another player from the same team, goalkeeper Simbarashe Nkosi, who passed on in January this year from a chest infection.

The death also comes at a time when the 2023 soccer season has just kicked off.