We join the football community in mourning the loss of Bob Munro, the founder of Mathare United and a true champion of grassroots football in Kenya. His contributions to the sport and the community will forever be remembered. 🕊️

High profile soccer personalities are expressing their deepest condolences.

The Football Kenya Federation president, Hussein Mohammed wrote via his Facebook handle
"Bob Munro was a true hero of Kenyan football and a selfless leader who dedicated his life to the growth of the game. Most recently honoured with the prestigious Elder of the Order of the Burning Spear (EBS) during Kenya’s 60th Jamhuri Day celebrations, his contributions to both professionalising the Kenyan Premier League and promoting grassroots football have left an indelible mark".

"His global recognition also includes the Help for Self-Help Prize (Oslo, 1999) and the Play the Game Award for Strengthening the Ethical Values of Sport (Aarhus, 2015)".

"I was fortunate to witness his passion and drive to uplift Kenyan football through collaboration and mentorship. My heartfelt condolences go to his family, friends, Mathare United, MYSA, and the entire Kenyan football community. Bob’s legacy will continue to inspire us for generations. May he rest in peace".