FIFA President, Gianni Infantino
FIFA President, Gianni Infantino, has shared a message of condolence following the demise of legendary Nigerian goalkeeper, Peter Rufai.
The former goalkeeper died on Thursday, July 3, 2025, after falling ill for some time.
The FIFA boss noted that the entire global football fraternity is saddened by the tragic incident.
He urged the deceased’s family to stay strong in these trying times as his outfit continues to support them.
“I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Nigerian goalkeeper Peter Rufai who represented his country at the 1994 and 1998 FIFA World Cups.
“On behalf of FIFA and the entire footballing community, I would like to express my sincere condolences to his family and friends, to the Nigerian Football Federation, and to everyone at CAF. RIP,” Infantino wrote on his Instagram page.
Rufai has been hailed as a “giant of football” after the former Nigeria goalkeeper died aged 61, following a prolonged illness.
Affectionately known as Dodo Mayana, he helped the Super Eagles win the Africa Cup of Nations in 1994 and also represented his nation at the FIFA World Cup in 1994 and 1998.
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