Tributes and messages of condolence continue to pour in for Kaizer Chiefs great Simon 'Bull' Lehoko, who passed away last week.
Lehoko had been suffering from diabetes and was using a wheelchair after having his leg amputated.
Born in the Vaal, Gauteng, he was a key player for Chiefs team during the golden era of the 1970s and '80s, having joined from Vaal Professionals.
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"The Bull was one of the best defenders Kaizer Chiefs ever had," says fellow legend Zebulon Nhlapo in an interview with KickOff.com.
"The first time I saw him play was right here in KwaThema when Vaal Professionals faced Kaizer Chiefs. He scored a remarkable free-kick for Vaal, but Chiefs won the match 2-1. That was the day Chiefs decided to sign him.
"I joined Chiefs after him, and I never imagined I'd share a room with Bull Lehoko, let alone eat at the same table. He gave me a warm welcome at the club and offered me tips on what I should do as a forward.
"He once advised me, 'Since your body is tough, you can’t wear six-stud boots because they sink into the pitch. Instead, use regular boots'.
"Bull Lehoko taught me to aim for a defender's weak foot when attacking. He and Sylvester Kole were the two senior players, and they enjoyed each other's company, even being roommates," he remembers.
'Sputla', as he was fondly known, went on to recall a moment during a match, where 'Bull' had a confrontation with Julie Kaplan of Highlands Park.
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"Lehoko quickly knocked the man to the ground and walked over him as if nothing was happening, even stamping on him [laughs]. It's important to remember that all of this took place during the Apartheid era'.
"Bull was always actively involved in football, and even after retiring, he played a significant role in developing the sport in the Vaal."
Lehoko was buried on Saturday at Vanderbijlpark Cemetery.
