Here is all you need to know about George Chigova and his cause of death as the Zimbabwean goalkeeper passes away at 32
George Chigova, the 32-year-old custodian for Zimbabwe, reportedly collapsed at his South African residence.
Zimbabwe goalkeeper George Chigova cause of death, bio, age, height, parents and career stats
African football has been hit with another tragedy after the loss of former Zimbabwe hero George Chigova, as the nation also mourns the departure of Rahman Gumbo.
The goalkeeper’s passing was revealed on Wednesday. He played 32 times for his country between 2011 and 2019. The 32-year-old had been dealing with several heart issues before receiving this news. After having a heart attack in July, he made a fleeting attempt to resume playing football as per a report in The Sun. As tributes pour over the African player’s demise, here is all you need to know about him.
It is with great sadness that we have learnt of the passing of former SuperSport United player, George Chigova. pic.twitter.com/qFT3EG8cZb
— SuperSport United FC (@SuperSportFC) November 15, 2023
Who was George Chigova?
George Chigova, was a Premier Soccer League goalkeeper for SuperSport United who was born in Zimbabwe on March 4, 1991 in Harare, Zimbabwe. The 32-year-old who passes away on November 15, 2023, measured 1.95 m (6 ft 5 in) tall.
What was George Chigova’s cause of death?
On November 15, 2023, Chigova passed away at home after collapsing. During a practise with his squad, SuperSport, in July 2023, he had initially passed out in South Africa. According to reports, he lost some game time due to a heart problem.
Who are George Chigova’s parents?
George Chigova was born to George Snr and Mrs.Chigova.
A look at George Chigova’s career
George Chigova started his professional career in 2010 with Gunners FC and transferred to Dynamos FC in 2012. After making his Dynamos debut in 2013, he became the team’s first-choice goalkeeper very rapidly.
According to reports in February 2014, Chigova had agreed to a three-year contract and was expected to join South African club SuperSport United for the 2014–15 season. The following season, Chigova signed a three-year contract in July 2015 and relocated to Polokwane City. September 22, 2015, was his league debut for the team, and he kept a clean sheet.
Talking about his international career, he received an invitation from coach Ian Gorowa to join the Zimbabwe team for the 2014 African Nations Championship in January 2014.