Hajia Kande, the famous mother of former Black Stars, Portsmouth and AC Millan midfielder, Sulley Muntari has died.

According to reports, the talented footballer's mother died on Sunday, May 30 after battling with an illness.

The deceased is said to be very supportive of her two sons, Sulley Muntari and former Asante Kotoko midfielder Muniru Sulley who now plays for the Belarusian side, Minsk.

Hajia Kande made headlines after her rant that the Ghana football team will not perform well without her son's contribution, back in 2009.

Condolences to Sulley Muntari on the loss of his mum. 🙏

— Juliet Bawuah (@julietbawuah) May 30, 2021

“No Sulley, no Black Stars; that is the plain truth, so those peddling those lies should stop,” she told Fox FM in Kumasi.

Sad to hear of the passing of Sulley Muntari's mum. Condolences to the family.

— Gary Al-Smith (@garyalsmith) May 30, 2021

Following the news of her death, renowned sports journalists and celebrities have thronged social media to express their condolences.

The @PFAGofficial is saddened to hear of the passing of the mother of Sulley Muntari.

We hold you close in our thoughts and hope you know you can lean on us for whatever you may need.

Sincere condolences 🙏 pic.twitter.com/Czu8FHIovf

— PFAG (@PFAGofficial) May 30, 2021

The Professional Footballers Association of Ghana (PFAG) also extended its support for Mr Muntari and his family.