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MADE IN AFRICA

MADE IN AFRICA

THIS first of a two-part series tells the story of Lucas ‘the Chief’ Radebe, who was just one of many players from Africa who changed the face of English and European football. "The Chief" Try as he might, Lucas Radebe could not hold back the tears. Almost 40 years to the day since Albert Johanneson’s historic appearance in the FA Cup final, nearly 38 000 supporters crammed into Elland Road on 2 May 2005 to say goodbye to one of Leeds United’s most iconic players at his testimonial. It was difficult to underestimate the impact “The Chief” had made in the…
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South Africa soccer legend celebrates Leeds United’s promotion

South Africa soccer legend celebrates Leeds United’s promotion

AFRICAN MIRROR REPORTER SOUTH African football legend Lucas Radebe has celebrated the return of Leeds United to the English Premier League after 16 years Radebe, who played Leeds for 11 years - 1994 and 2005 - ended as captain.   Years after retirement, he remains hugely popular in the English town. Known as “The Chief”, he has a beer, a bar and bus named after him. There are also many youngsters in Leeds who were named  after the Leeds legend. Reacting to Leeds promotion, Radebe wrote on Twitter: “After 16 years, finally the wait is over. Our dreams have come true.…
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