Nigerian football has been thrown into another mourning following the death of former national team player and coach, Monday Sinclair.
His passing was announced on Facebook by former Super Eagles goalkeeper and media officer, Idah Peterside.
Sinclair, a respected figure in Nigerian football circles, is remembered both for his exploits on the pitch in the 1960s and his contributions on the sidelines as a coach and grassroots developer of talent.
The former coach of the defunct Sharks Football Club of Port Harcourt was a prominent figure in Nigerian football, celebrated both as a grassroots football coach and author.
He was known for his “free-flowing football” philosophy and for discovering and nurturing many successful players.
A special event was recently held in his honor in Bayelsa State for his contributions to football and money raised for him to cater for his health
Former Super Eagles coach, Monday Sinclair is dead
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