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Charles Bassey, a member of Nigeriaās historic 1980 Africa Cup of Nations-winning squad, has died at the age of 71 after a prolonged illness. He passed away on Saturday in his hometown, Eket, Akwa Ibom State.
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) confirmed his death in a statement released on Monday by its General Secretary, Dr. Mohammed Sanusi, describing the loss as part of a āday of double tragedyā following the earlier death of team captain Christian Chukwu.
Bassey was part of the Green Eagles team that secured Nigeriaās first AFCON title with a 3-0 victory over Algeria at the National Stadium in Lagos on March 22, 1980.
After retiring as a player, he transitioned into coaching and managed several clubs, including Calabar Rovers, Mobil Pegasus, BCC Lions, Flash Flamingoes, Akwa United, and Wikki Tourists.
His passing brings the number of deceased members of the 1980 squad to nine.
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