The DStv Premiership match between Mamelodi Sundowns and Moroka Swallows set for the Loftus Versfeld Stadium tonight will not take place.
A statement released by the Premier Soccer League reads:
"The Premier Soccer League has been officially notified today that Moroka Swallows Football Club is unable to fulfil its scheduled DStv Premiership fixtures against Mamelodi Sundowns on 27 December 2023, and Lamontville Golden Arrows on 30 December 2023.The League extends its sincere apologies to all stakeholders, including clubs, partners, media and spectators, for this unfortunate situation.Indications from sources are that the Dube Birds players are believed to have engaged in another strike."
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Swallows players staged a 10-day strike a few weeks ago before their match against SuperSport United, due to allegations of non-payment of salaries. However, the players later returned to training after receiving their salaries.
"This is not good for the image of football in South Africa," said the source.
Swallows have since issued a statement on the matter:
"On behalf of Moroka Swallows FC, an apology is extended to all affected parties due to the cancellation of the following games against Mamelodi Sundowns FC and Golden Arrows FC.
Due to an unresolved dispute between players and management; that has resulted in management having to request cancellation of the two remaining games of this year from the PSL, to allow it time to correct the situation.
Management would like to assure everyone within and outside the club that the process of finding one another will soon be found. It has been resolved that no further details will be officially given until an update from the club is issued."
Indications are that Sundowns will honour the fixture.
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