Orlando Pirates midfielder charged by police

Orlando Pirates midfielder Nkanyiso Zungu was charged by police on Sunday evening, the Soweto club confirmed.

Pirates said in a statement that the 26-year-old was suspended pending an investigation but did not elaborate on his transgression.

"Orlando Pirates Football Club can confirm that midfielder Nkanyiso Zungu has been charged at the Moffatview Police Station this evening," a Pirates statement read.

"The club suspends Mr Zungu 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."

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Zungu has hardly featured for Pirates this season, having made just one appearance in the DStv Premiership.

Pirates, meanwhile, defeated Royal Leopards 3-0 in a CAF Confederation Cup clash at the Orlando Stadium on Sunday.

They subsequently secured top spot in Group B with nine points from four games.