Eudy Simelane facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of birth | 11 March 1977 | ||
| Place of birth | KwaThema, South Africa | ||
| Date of death | 28 April 2008 (aged 31) | ||
| Place of death | KwaThema, South Africa | ||
| Playing position | Midfielder | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| Springs Home Sweepers F.C. | |||
| National team | |||
| South Africa | |||
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Eudy Simelane (born March 11, 1977 – died April 28, 2008) was a talented South African football player. She played as a midfielder for the South Africa national team, representing her country. Eudy was also a brave activist who worked for fairness and equal rights for all people. She lived in a town called KwaThema in Springs, Gauteng, South Africa.
Early Life and Home
Eudy Simelane was born in KwaThema, a town in the Gauteng province of South Africa.
Football Career
Eudy was a skilled football player. She played as a midfielder for a club team called Springs Home Sweepers F.C. She also proudly played for the South Africa national team. Besides playing, Eudy was a coach for four different teams. She was also studying to become a football referee. This shows her deep love for the sport.
Tragic Passing
In April 2008, Eudy Simelane tragically passed away in her hometown of KwaThema. Her body was found in a creek. She had been attacked. A report from an international group called ActionAid, supported by the South African Human Rights Commission, suggested that her death was a serious crime.
The trial for some people suspected in her death began in February 2009. One person admitted to being involved and was sentenced to a long time in prison. Later, another person was found responsible for her death and robbery and also received a long sentence. However, two other people who were accused were found not guilty.
Honoring Eudy
In 2009, a small bridge was built in KwaThema, Springs, Gauteng, to honor Eudy Simelane. This bridge helps remember her life and her contributions to football and human rights.
See also
In Spanish: Eudy Simelane para niños
