PSL postpones Galaxy-Sundowns match after fatal road crash

06 March 2024 - 12:43
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Images on social media show the wreckage of a crash between the TS Galaxy team bus and a VW Polo on the N4 between Pretoria and Mbombela on Tuesday. The driver of the Polo was reportedly killed. There were no injuries on the bus.
Images on social media show the wreckage of a crash between the TS Galaxy team bus and a VW Polo on the N4 between Pretoria and Mbombela on Tuesday. The driver of the Polo was reportedly killed. There were no injuries on the bus.
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The Premier Soccer League (PSL) has postponed Wednesday night’s DStv Premiership match between TS Galaxy and Mamelodi Sundowns at Mbombela Stadium after the Rockets’ team bus was involved in a fatal crash on the way to the game.

The accident occurred on the Schoemanskloof road section of the N4 between Pretoria and Mbombela on Tuesday when Galaxy's bus was involved in a head-on collision with a VW Polo.

The driver of the Polo was reportedly killed. None of the occupants of the bus were injured.

“The PSL confirms the postponement of the Premiership fixture between TS Galaxy and Mamelodi Sundowns scheduled for [Wednesday] evening at Mbombela Stadium,” the league said.

“The decision has been made in consideration of the extraordinary circumstances after an accident involving the TS Galaxy FC team bus and another motor vehicle on Tuesday afternoon.

“The PSL extends its understanding and support to TS Galaxy FC during this challenging period. We acknowledge the affect of this decision on all stakeholders and apologise for inconvenience caused.

“Details regarding the rescheduled fixture will be communicated”

Wednesday's match had been scheduled for a 7.30pm kickoff.


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