Super Eagles Legend Peter Rufai is dead

Super Eagles legendary goalkeeper, Peter Rufai, is dead.

According to Online sources, Rufai, died on Thursday morning, July 3, 2025, following a protracted illness that had kept him out of the public eye for some years.

Meanwhile, the family has yet to announce his death.

Dodomayana, as he is fondly called, was widely regarded as of the best goalkeepers Nigeria has produced.

During his playing career that lasted two decades, Rufai played in Belgium, the Netherlands, Portugal and Spain.

He also represented Nigeria at two World Cups and as many Africa Cup of Nations tournaments.

Rufai’s death comes on a day the world of football is mourning Liverpool forward, Diogo Jota.