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The South African
a day ago
- Sport
- The South African
Former Mamelodi Sundowns owner Angelo Tsichlas killed in car accident
Former Mamelodi Sundowns chairperson Angelo Tsichlas has died in a car accident on Solomon Mahlangu Drive in Pretoria, sending shockwaves through the South African football community. A family member confirmed the tragic news, although further details surrounding the circumstances of the crash remain under investigation. Tsichlas, husband of Natasha Tsichlas – former Sundowns managing director and current vice-president of the South African Football Association (SAFA) – was a key figure in South African football for decades. Together, the couple were at the helm of Mamelodi Sundowns from the late 1980s through 2003, when Patrice Motsepe acquired the club. A pillar in Mamelodi Sundowns' golden history From 1990 to 2003, Angelo and Natasha Tsichlas co-owned Mamelodi Sundowns alongside Abe and Solly Krok, helping steer the club through one of its most formative periods. Even after the club changed ownership, Angelo remained involved, including a stint in 2015 as chief technical adviser. Angelo Tsichlas is widely credited with helping professionalise club operations and lay the groundwork for the success Mamelodi Sundowns enjoys today. Current Confederation of African Football (CAF) president and Mamelodi Sundowns owner Patrice Motsepe expressed his grief in a heartfelt statement: 'I am deeply saddened by the passing of Mr Angelo Tsichlas, who was an outstanding football administrator and a close friend… Angelo, Natasha, and the Tsichlas family will always have a special place in my heart and in the hearts of the Motsepe family and the Mamelodi Sundowns family.' Motsepe lauded Angelo's role – along with the Kroks and former owner Zola Mahobe – in shaping the trajectory of Sundowns: 'We are immensely grateful to them for laying the foundations for the current success of Sundowns. Angelo Tsichlas will forever live in our hearts and minds.' Mamelodi Sundowns released a separate statement echoing Motsepe's sentiments: 'The chair [Tlhopie Motsepe] and the Motsepe Family, the board of directors, technical team, players, management, staff, supporters of Mamelodi Sundowns FC and the entire Yellow Nation express their deepest condolences.' The club extended prayers for comfort and strength to the Tsichlas family, friends, and associates during this difficult time. Post your condolences below, by … Leaving a comment below, or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The Citizen
a day ago
- Sport
- The Citizen
Sundowns mourn the passing of former owner Angelo Tsichlas
Although details remain sketchy, the crash reportedly occurred on Solomon Mahlangu Drive in Pretoria. Patrice Motsepe acknowledge's fan after he bought majority share in the club, with Angelo Tsichlas during the 2002/03 Castle Premiership football match between Sundowns and Orlando Pirates at Loftus Stadium, Pretoria on 02 March 2003 ©Gavin Barker/BackpagePix Mamelodi Sundowns have extended their condolences to the family of former club owner Angelo Tsichlas, who has tragically passed away. According to multiple media reports, Tsichlas died in a car accident on Tuesday. Although details remain sketchy, the crash reportedly occurred on Solomon Mahlangu Drive in Pretoria. Tsichlas, along with his family, ran Masandawana until the club's acquisition by current owner and billionaire Patrice Motsepe in 2003. ALSO READ: Mamelodi Sundowns: All the permutations in Group F He was co-owner of the Brazilians during the club's rise in the late 1990s and played a pivotal role in its development until Motsepe's takeover. Sundowns released an official statement on their social media platforms, expressing heartfelt condolences to the Tsichlas family. His passing comes on the eve of Sundowns' crucial FIFA Club World Cup clash against Fluminense on Wednesday night. 'The Chairman and the Motsepe Family, the Board of Directors, Technical Team, Players, Management, Staff, Supporters of Mamelodi Sundowns FC & the entire Yellow Nation express their deepest condolences to the family and friends as we mourn the loss of former Mamelodi Sundowns owner Angelo Tsichlas,' Sundowns said in at statement. ALSO READ: Ouadd-who? Five things you may not know about the new Pirates coach 'We pray that the Almighty God comforts and strengthens his family, friends, business associates and everyone that knew him. Angelo and the Tsichlas family contributed significantly to the South African football landscape and played a pivotal role in the growth of Mamelodi Sundowns Football Club. The legacy, life and memory of Angelo will be carried on by the many lives he continued to touch. May the soul of Angelo Tsichlas Rest in Peace.'
The Herald
2 days ago
- Sport
- The Herald
Former Mamelodi Sundowns chair Angelo Tsichlas dies in car crash
Former Mamelodi Sundowns chair Angelo Tsichlas has died in a car accident. A family member, who did not want to be named, confirmed the news to TimesLIVE on Tuesday night. The crash apparently took place on Solomon Mahlangu Drive in Pretoria. Further details have not been established but will be added when available. Sundowns are believed to be preparing a press release. Angelo Tsichlas was the husband of former Downs part-owner and MD and present South African Football Association vice-president Natasha Tsichlas. They ran the club from the late 1980s and remained involved as partners for a time after Downs were bought by present owner Patrice Motsepe in 2003. In 2015 Angelo Tsichlas was appointed a chief technical adviser for Downs for a spell. Sundowns executive: legal and commercial Yogesh Singh could not immediately be reached for comment.
