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Breaking: Ex-Super Eagles goalkeeper, Peter Rufai, dies

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Former Super Eagles first-choice goalkeeper, Peter Rufai, popularly known as “Dodomayana,” has died at 61 after a prolonged illness.

He was widely regarded as one of Nigeria’s best goalkeepers.

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.

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