Former Leeds United and South Africa striker Phil Masinga has passed away. He was 49.

The South African played in the Premier League for the Yorkshire club for two years after joining from Mamelodi Sundowns in 1994.

"It is with great sadness that the club has learnt of former striker Phil Masinga's passing. The thoughts of everyone at #LUFC are with his family and friends," the club said on Twitter.

SAFA President Dr Danny Jordaan said: “Sad day for South African football.

“A loyal servant of the game, on and off the field of play."