Sundowns investigating Al Ahly matter, promise 'strong disciplinary action' against fans

Mamelodi Sundowns have started an investigation into the "alleged incident" that brought the Al Ahly team bus to a halt ahead of Saturday's CAF Champions League clash at FNB Stadium in Johannesburg.

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The Red Devils released a statement prior to kick-off, which was delayed by five minutes, calling out the Brazilians for a lack of organisation.

Al Ahly put in a poor performance against Sundowns, as the home side claimed a 1-0 victory courtesy of a Peter Shalulile tap in.

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Sundowns top Group A with 10 points, while Al Ahly, Al Merrikh and Al Hilal are all on four points. 

Mamelodi Sundowns received information concerning the circumstances and the alleged incident that led to Al Ahly being delayed for the match against Mamelodi Sundowns at FNB Stadium in South Africa.

Sundowns has initiated an investigation and has also contacted the South African Police Services to determine the facts and circumstances that resulted in the statement which appears on the Al Ahly website relating in the delay of the Al Ahly convoy at the FNB stadium by certain spectators.

Mamelodi Sundowns will take strong disciplinary action including preventing irresponsible supporters from attending future matches if the complaints by Al Ahly are factually justified.

Sundowns has a duty and an obligation to ensure that Al Ahly and any other football club that it hosts are treated with the respect, courtesy and dignity that they deserve.

Mamelodi Sundowns will also be in contact with Al Ahly to obtain their version of the circumstances concerning this incident.

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