Online Reporter
Takudzwa Chitsiga
LOCAL football fans are mourning the death of former Dynamos captain and Warriors defender Angirayi “Durawall’ Chapo who died at his home in Mufakose yesterday.
He got his “Durawall” nickname for his no-nonsense defending.
He was part of a solid Dynamos defence which used to bully their opponents off the park. He rose to become an exemplary skipper of the Glamour Boys.
Friends of the Warriors president, Todd Dzvangajuru, said Chapo was a tough-tackling defender and a true Warrior.
“It’s sad to hear that he passed on. We are saddened by the passing on of Angirayi who played a pivotal role in the local game and when he was in our international colours.
“We are still to get over the shock that he is no more.
“He was so passionate about local football and he will be missed so much,” said Dzvangajuru.
William Mahoko, the Zimbabwe Soccer Supporters Association committee member, said the nation has lost one of the finest defenders.
“Chapo was a true legend during his time and he flew our flag high by standing out in defence.
“We are very sad that Angirayi Chapo is no more and we are with his family during these trying times.
“As soccer supporters, we witnessed his rise to stardom and it is very disturbing to hear about his demise.
“Our prayers are with his family and we say go well ‘Durawall.’”
Chapo was part of the Warriors team which agonisingly missed out on qualifying for the ’92 AFCON finals.
The Warriors’ dream ended in cruel fashion at the National Sports Stadium when they were held to a 2-2 draw by Congo Brazzaville.
Goalkeeper John Sibanda was at fault for the visitors’ last-gasp goal, which tied the match and ended the Warriors’ hopes.
The local football fans never forgave Sibanda for his mistake.
