Peter Rufai, a former Super Eagles goalkeeper, has passed away! He was 61 years old.  ,
The Super Eagles announced on Thursday that they mourn the passing of legendary Super Eagles goalkeeper Peter Rufai, a legend in Nigerian football and a 1994 AFCON champion.
Between the sticks and beyond, your legacy lives on. Peter Rufai, rest well.
The renowned shotstopper passed away on Thursday after suffering from illness. Rufai, a member of the Super Eagles’ 1994 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), was nicknamed Dodo Mayana.
In addition, he made his first appearance for the team at the 1994 World Cup, which was also a team event. , widely regarded as one of the nation’s top goalkeepers, who has played for the country for 65 times.
Rufai made history by scoring for Nigeria in the 1993 AFCON qualifiers against Ethiopia with a score of 6–0.
The goalkeeper represented clubs both domestically and internationally, including Belgium’s Dragons de l’Ouémé, Belgium’s Lokeren and Beveren, Netherlands’ Go Ahead Eagles, Farense, and Portugal’s Gil Vicente.
He was given the nickname “Dodo Mayana” for his quick reflexes and acrobatic saves.
The legendary goalkeeper attended the Lagos-based National Institute for Sports, where he received formal coaching instruction, as a result of his desire to get better.
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Tributes are Pouring for “A True Giant.”
I’m deeply saddened by the passing of legendary national team goalkeeper Dodo Mayana. The world’s football community is grieving a great deal because of his death.
His immediate family and the Nigerian… picture are in my thoughts. twitter.com/M8cUu7Ckfc
Meanwhile, the ex-Super Eagles shot stopper’s death has quickly received media attention.
Atiku Abubakar, a former vice president, was one of the first to pay tribute to Rufai, describing his demise as a “profound loss.”
“The global football community is deeply grieving his death,” he said. His immediate family and the Nigerian football community extend my sincerest condolences. On his X-tag, Atiku wrote, “May his soul rest in eternal peace.”
“Peter Rufai will always be remembered and will be greatly missed,” he said.
Ahmed Musa, the Super Eagles’ star, also bid him adieu, calling him “a true giant of Nigerian football.”
I’m writing this post to bid farewell to the true champion of Nigerian football, Peter Rufai. I find it hard to believe. Your bravery and unwavering standing between the posts earned us moments of national pride. ⚽
May your spirit continue to inspire generations to come… Twitter.com/OeRwndUpX
“I can’t believe I’m typing this; it’s to bid farewell to Peter Rufai, a true champion of Nigerian football. Your bravery and unwavering standing between the posts earned us moments of national pride. May your spirit continue to inspire Super Eagle fans in the future, Musa wrote on X.
Your legacy soars higher than any other trophy, despite the loss you’ve had. Dodomayan, the country mourns a hero, shouts high. Condolences to your fans, teammates, and loved ones. Rest in peace, legend.
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