Fans have reacted on social media to Bongani Zungu's horror tackle that appears to have seriously injured TS Galaxy midfielder Bernard Parker with the flashpoint a trending topic on social media.
Galaxy earned a dramatic win over the much-fancied Mamelodi Sundowns thanks to a tense penalty shootout with the scores tied at 2-2 following 120 minutes of action-packed football at the Mbombela Stadium.
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The match though, was overshadowed by Zungu's red card for a leg-breaking tackle on Parker in the 58th minute.
Zungu was visibly in disbelief at being shown a red card before appearing to dispute the severity of his challenge while refusing to exit the pitch.
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Fans took to social media to condemn Zungu's actions for both his tackle and behaviour after the incident.
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— SABC Sport (@SABC_Sport) October 18, 2023
Bongani Zungu got sent off for a nasty challenge on Bernard Parker.
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Even after seeing the mess he's made, he acted like a spoiled brat!
— El Capitano? (@_izodlalaiTv) October 19, 2023
Throwing tantrums and protesting.
Teboho Mokwena got away with a similar challenge on Saleng. This Bongani Zungu should be given a ban. His reaction showed he doesn't care.
He is even weak, Sundowns won't… pic.twitter.com/x1dgluazhT
Just want to wish Bernard Parker a speedy recovery, I know with the mentality he has Die Hond will overcome this no doubt ????
— Shakes Rampedi (@ShakesRampedi) October 19, 2023
Must admit also, I'm really disappointed with the behavior of Bongani Zungu, what has happened to him? #CarlingKnockout #CarlingCup #CarlingKnockoutCup pic.twitter.com/GamAEE6xkn
Bongani Zungu must come out with a statement of apology to the football fraternity and also to the Parker family for what he did… I honestly believe he didn't mean to do that and the reaction he had towards the action wasn't proper as well.
— Cellular® (@Cellular_jnr) October 19, 2023
He must be professional and… pic.twitter.com/l3tsmYuGmK
I'm a football fan before I'm Mamelodi Sundowns fan, that nasty challenge by Bongani Zungu was reckless and this Bongani Zungu is inhumane and he is arrogant. pic.twitter.com/ktF5aq89kR
— Real Rendani?? (@MagoshaRendani) October 19, 2023
Meanwhile, TS Galaxy took to their official X account, formerly Twitter, to dedicate their victory to Parker.
"We wish Bernard Parker a speedy recovery following a horrific injury last night. We've lost a soldier whom we shall dearly miss as our journey on the battlefield continues. Come back stronger, Die Hond! We dedicate last night's victory to you," the club posted.
We wish @BernardParker a speedy recovery following a horrific injury last night. We've lost a soldier whom we shall dearly miss as our journey on the battlefield continues. Come back stronger, Die Hond! We dedicate last night's victory to you??#Siyadumuza #TheRockets #TSG pic.twitter.com/3i3PKXQW3K
— TS Galaxy FC (@TSGALAXYFC) October 19, 2023
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