Former Bafana Bafana head coach Clive Barker, who guided the national team to their first and to date only African Cup of Nations title in 1996, has been re-admitted to a hospital in Durban, his family confirmed via a statement.
The 1996 African Cup Of Nations winner underwent major surgery late last year and he was on the road to recovery but the onset of Lewy Body Dementia has caused complications that have seen him return to hospital.
‘The Dog’ as he known remains the only coach to have won major a trophy with Bafana Bafana and also managed teams like AmaZulu, Durban City, Santos and Manning Rangers, while the last team he coached was Maritzburg United in 2016.
Barker’s family released a statement confirming that Barker is back in a Durban hospital and they thanked the nation for their continuous support of the South African hero.
“On behalf of our family we would like to give an update on the wellbeing of Clive Barker.
“Clive has been re-admitted to hospital in Durban after he was diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), which is causing cognitive and physical difficulties.
“The 1996 Africa Cup of Nations winner underwent major surgery late last year and was on the road to recovery, but the onset of LBD has caused complications which have seen him return to hospital.
“His condition is stable but he remains in the Intensive Care Unit and is being closely monitored.
“The family is grateful for the incredible care he is receiving from medical teams and would once again like to thank friends, colleagues and fans for their continued love, prayers and support.
“Issued by MEDIA OFFICE COSAFA on behalf of Family Clive Barker.”
