The Zimbabwean international was reportedly diagnosed with a heart problem towards the end of last season and suffered an attack in July.
But on Wednesday he died of a suspected heart problem.
A SuperSport statement read: “It is with great sadness that we have learnt of the passing of former SuperSport United player, George Chigova.
It is with great sadness that we have learnt of the passing of former SuperSport United player, George Chigova. pic.twitter.com/qFT3EG8cZb— SuperSport United FC (@SuperSportFC) November 15, 2023
“George had two stints with the club, having joined us in 2014 from Dynamos in Zimbabwe. He rejoined SuperSport in 2020 after having played for Polokwane City from 2015. While he just started seven games for the club, he formed a great backup and training partner for the likes of Ronwen Williams, Ricardo Goss and Boalefela Pule.
“He also represented his country, Zimbabwe, making 32 appearances.
“George was a great club man, a gentleman loved by current and former players and everyone at the club.
