Murdered Ballers The South African Football Stars We Lost To Violence

When one speaks of the tragic intersections of sport and violence in South Africa, the name Senzo Meyiwa inevitably surfaces, a grim reminder of the chaos that often envelops the nation's beloved football scene.

But Meyiwa is not alone numerous players, officials, and figures within the football fraternity have met untimely ends through acts of senseless violence, underscoring a troubling trend that continues to haunt South Africa's sport.

The truth is that South Africa has long grappled with high rates of violent crime, a reality that permeates many aspects of life, including the world of football. The sport has witnessed heartbreaking incidents as young talents and respected figures have seen their lives cut short by brutality, casting a long shadow over the passion and optimism that the beautiful game typically inspires.

IOL Sport looks at those who lost their lives to violence.

Senzo Meyiwas senseless killing 10 years ago is probably one that many think about when the subject of players meeting their untimely deaths in a violent manner.