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Leremi killed in car accident

Image: Leremi: 1984-2007

South Africa international Gift Leremi has died following a car accident, police have confirmed.

South Africa international passes away

South Africa international Gift Leremi has died following a car accident, police have confirmed. Leremi was driving along the R556 between Vaal Road and Brackendowns on Monday evening when he lost control. Police spokesperson Jimmy Maboko said: "The car went off the road and overturned a number of times. "He was then flung out of the vehicle." The 22-year-old midfielder, who played for Mamelodi Sundowns, made four appearances at international level. His last game for Bafana Bafana came at the Gold Cup two years ago.