South Africa's Football Captain And Goalkeeper Senzo Meyiwa Was Shoot Dead At His Girlfriend's House

He was reportedly attacked after men entered his girlfriend's house in Vosloorus, south of Johannesburg.

The 27-year-old played for Orlando Pirates and had played in South Africa's last four Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers including Nigeria

In a statement, the South African Police Service said two men had entered the house, around 20:00 (18:00 GMT). A third man remained outside.

All three fled on foot after shots were fired, in what local media reports say was an attempted burglary. One of the men had reportedly demanded Meyiwa's mobile phone.

A reward of about $14,000 has been offered for information leading to the suspects' arrest.

Meyiwa was declared dead on arrival at the hospital. May his soul rest in peace.