Orlando Pirates have suspended Nkanyiso Zungu with immediate effect following reports of his arrest for gender-based violence (GBV).
The star midfielder was expected to appear at the Booysens magistrate’s court on Monday to face a charge of domestic violence.
In a brief statement, Pirates said it had suspended the 26-year-old pending an investigation. “As this matter is currently in the hands of the authorities, the club is unable to make further comment until this process is complete,” reads a statement from the club.
Reports say Zungu was apprehended for allegedly physically attacking his lover. Gauteng police spokesperson Captain Mavela Masondo confirmed the arrest and said Zungu faces a charge of common assault under the Domestic Violence Act.
“A 26-year-old professional soccer player was arrested by the police in Johannesburg on Sunday, 13 March 2020, for an alleged assault of his partner,” said Masondo.
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