⚫️ Mourning in African football: former goalkeeper Rufai dies aged 61 | OneFootball

The Nigerian Football Federation confirmed on Thursday afternoon the passing of one of its greatest legends: goalkeeper Peter Rufai.

AFCON champion in 1994, Rufai was one of the iconic goalkeepers in Spanish football during the 90s with clubs like Deportivo de la Coruña and Hércules.

In Spain, he became very popular during his active years for being the son of King Rufai of Idimu, a region in the city of Lagos, the former capital of Nigeria.

A World Cup player in 1994 and 1998 with Nigeria, Rufai has died at the age of 61 after battling a long illness in recent weeks.

“Peter Rufai was not only an extraordinary athlete but also a leader and a symbol of commitment to our country. His legacy will remain in the history of Nigerian football,” explained the Nigerian federation in a statement.

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