He was shot and killed last night during a botched robbery , authorities said . The year - old was formerly of South Africa and Orlando Pirates . Tributes have poured in from around the world of football for the goalkeeper .
Meyiwa was shot and killed Sunday night during a botched robbery , authorities said . The 27-year-old was captain of South Africa and Orlando Pirates . Tributes have poured in from around the world of football for the goalkeeper .