PSL chairperson Irvin Khoza sent a special message to Dr Kaizer Motaung on his birthday!
The 80-year-old was born on 16 October in 1944, which also represented the day that a renowned footballer and someone who would go on to make an incredible impact on the sport in the country would be born.
Read: Ramovic shows off some timeless skill!
Motaung played for Orlando Pirates before moving to the United States of America to represent Atlanta Chiefs, but his contribution to the sport only grew once he closed the curtains on his playing career.
The man who founded Soweto giants, Kaizer Chiefs, was recognised by Khoza, who labelled the ex-star as a "national leader".
Check out what the PSL chairman had to say:
"Today is a special day of Dr Kaizer Motaung's birth. South Africa is better off because on this day a great South African was born in 1944," he said in an official statement from the PSL.
"He dazzled the world with his football talent as a player.
"His consistent assembly of talent created a club that is testament of South African football to the world.
"As a national leader, he contributed in action to finding peace when the nation was torn apart by political violence.
"He was a formidable team player in the securing and hosting of the 2010 FIFA World Cup for South Africa.
"When Covid-19 put our nation in destress in 2020, he again in action, stood up to be part of the solution.
"Happy 80th birthday my dear friend. May the good Lord bless you with longevity to continue your exemplary contribution to humanity."
Read: SCENES: Nap time for angry Super Eagles