Danny Jordaan & SAFA Pay Tribute to Clive Barker!

Danny Jordaan & SAFA Pay Tribute to Clive Barker! The former national team coach sadly passed away over the weekend.

The family of Clive Barker announced his passing on Saturday morning. SAFA has gone on to pay their condolences after his death.

Barker led Bafana Bafana to their only AFCON title, back in 1996. This was followed by qualification to the 1998 FIFA World Cup in France, South Africa participating in the showpiece event for the first time in their history.

He coached a team with foreign-based players only, thanks to the successes of Bafana Bafana.

“We are saddened by the passing of Clive Barker after a long illness,” the Danny Jordaan spoke.

“Bafana Bafana winning the African Cup of Nations with a South African coach at the helm is still one of the standout moments in the history of African football. Clive Barker signalled the take-off of Bafana Bafana to become the champion of Africa.

“He celebrated continuously on the touchline, spreading out his wings.

“He has made a major contribution to South African football. He managed to build a strong administration for the team, the captains and the players of that side.

“It is no wonder that virtually every single one of those players was signed by the top clubs in Europe. This made him the only coach that had the entire Bafana Bafana team composed of foreign-based players and playing in the best leagues in Europe.

“Clive has been a people’s person and may his soul rest in peace.” He spoke.

Details of his memorial service and burial are yet to be disclosed. Danny Jordaan & SAFA Pay Tribute to Clive Barker!