The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) on Saturday through a press statement conveyed its condolences to ZESCO United Football Club and the family of the former chairman Bruno Mukeya on his passing.

The former ZESCO United boss died on Friday in Ndola after an illness.

Mukeya served as club Chairman from 2005 to February 2011 and oversaw a glittering period in the club’s history that included a debut Super League title in 2007.

He was also at the helm of the club when it made its debut in CAF competitions in 2008.

Under his chairmanship, ZESCO United won the league title in 2007, 2008 and 2010 and reached the CAF Champions’ League Group Stage in 2009. ZESCO were also Barclays Cup champions in 2007, 2008 and 2010 with also the Coca-Cola Cup crown in 2007.