TNM Super League: Top goalkeeper dies in Malawi

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A goalkeeper for a top-flight league team in Malawi has died after reportedly collapsing in the Northern Region district of Mzuzu on Tuesday.

Moyale Barracks FC confirmed the passing of Simeon Harawa. He is said to have been pronounced dead at a hospital after complaining of body pains following a morning run.

The 25-year-old was in action in the TNM Super League on Saturday for the Malawi Defence Force-owned team against Civil Sporting Club. The Super League of Malawi confirmed the keeper’s demise, describing him as “a true guardian between the posts.”

Harawa featured in all three games this season, keeping two clean sheets and conceding just once in his final match on Saturday against Civil Service United.

Meanwhile, tributes are pouring in for Harawa. Malawian international Patrick Mwaungulu took to his Facebook page to mourn his childhood friend.

“Still trying to process the news eeeee! Agosto, from the dusty football pitch in Chibavi, we shared and made great memories…This hits deep. Football isn’t just a game for us, it’s family, it’s community, it’s heart. And today, that heart is hurting,” the CS Don Bosco forward wrote.

Malawi league record champions FCB Nyasa Big Bullets have also extended their condolences to Moyale Barracks FC and the bereaved family.

“We are deeply saddened to hear of the sudden passing of Simeon Harawa. Until his death, he was the goalkeeper of Moyale Barracks FC. Our thoughts are with Simeon's family and friends at this time.

TNM Super League champions Silver Strikers, too, sent in their condolences.