THE local football fraternity has expressed shock at the untimely death of former Warriors and Dynamos striker Norman Maroto at a private hospital in Harare early Friday.
Reports say Maroto was hospitalised following a bout of flu.
The Footballers Union of Zimbabwe (FUZ) where Maroto served as the spokesperson broke the news in a statement.
"It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we extend our sincere condolences on the passing of Norman Maroto, a cherished member of the Zimbabwe football family.
"His contribution to Zimbabwean football was immense and profound. As a player, he graced the pitch with exceptional talent, earning admiration and respect from fans and peers alike. His transition into a football administrator further showcased his dedication to the sport, and his work with the Footballers Union of Zimbabwe (FUZ) was marked by a steadfast commitment to the welfare of players and the growth of football in our nation. May his soul rest in eternal peace," the association said in a statement.
Normara, as he was affectionately known, also played for Gunners and Motor Action in an impressive career spanning over a decade, having cut his teeth into the game at Churchill School when he broke into Dynamos as a teenager as part of what the media eventually termed “The KidzNet.”
The KidzNet squad was then Dynamos coach Moses Chunga’s stopgap measure after senior footballers went on strike.
Mourners are gathered at No. 2360 Tynwald South, Harare.
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