Ex-Super Eagles goalkeeper Peter Rufai is dead

Former Super Eagles first-choice goalkeeper, Peter Rufai, is dead.

Rufai passed away on Thursday after battling with prolonged illness. He was 61 years.

Dodomayana, as he is fondly called, was widely regarded as of the best goalkeepers Nigeria has produced.

During his playing career that lasted two decades, Rufai played in Belgium, the Netherlands, Portugal and Spain.

He also represented Nigeria at two World Cups and as many Africa Cup of Nations tournaments.

Rufai’s death comes on a day the world of football is mourning Liverpool forward, Diogo Jota.

Jota died in a car crash in Spain earlier in the day, alongside his brother.