Former Mamelodi Sundowns Striker Alton Meiring Dies
Former Mamelodi Sundowns striker Alton Meiring, has passed away. He was 48 years.
Reports indicate that Meiring was reportedly stabbed to death, although details remain unclear at this time.
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Heartfelt Tributes Pour In from the Football Community
Mamelodi Sundowns confirmed the death of Alton Meiring. Taking to X, the Football club paid tribute to Meiring and extended their condolences to his family.
“The Chairman and the Motsepe Family, the Board of Directors, Technical Team, Players, Management, Staff, Supporters of Mamelodi Sundowns FC & the entire Yellow Nation express their deepest condolences to the family and friends as we mourn the loss of former Mamelodi Sundowns striker, Alton Meiring.
Some of the top flight teams that the Bafana Bafana international played for are AmaZulu, Jomo Cosmos, Hellenic, Golden Arrows and Moroka Swallows.
We pray that the Almighty gives comfort and strength to the Meiring family, his friends and former teammates.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones and family.
Rest in Peace Alton
#Sundowns #RIPAlton.”
The South African Football Association (SAFA) also offered their condolences to Alton Meiring’s family.
“SAFA offers sincere and heartfelt condolences to family and friends of former Bafana Bafana striker Alton Meiring
May his soul rest in eternal peace.“
A Storied Career Across Top South African Clubs
Alton Meiring was a former striker for Bafana Bafana. He also played for clubs such as AmaZulu, Cape Town Spurs, Jomo Cosmos, Hellenic, Golden Arrows, and Moroka Swallows.
Even after retiring over a decade ago, he remained actively involved in the football community.
Condolence Messages Trickle In
Here are some of the condolence messages from social media users as they praise him for being talented striker.
@_Buzwe;
RIP Alton Meiring what a good striker.
@GrannyMaDlamini;
Rest in peace oom Alton. He was a formidable striker during his heydays.
@sigwili4;
This guy knew how to hit the back of the net🤞🏽😭🤞🏽😭 Condolences to the Meiring family
@KumreShivk57841;
Our deepest condolences are with your family! Rest In Peace !!
#RIP #Sundowns