TS Galaxy player hijacked ahead of Orlando Pirates match

News emerging out of Gauteng suggests TS Galaxy will battle Orlando Pirates for Lentswe Motaung. The player has reportedly been hijacked and assaulted in Thokoza.

The incident happened in the early hours of Saturday morning. The 21-year-old sustained injuries before being taken to hospital, where he is currently receiving treatment.

TS GALAXY’S LENTSWE MOTAUNG HIJACKED

“TS Galaxy player Lentswe Motaung reportedly hijacked Saturday early hours in Phola Park (Thokoza) and sustained injuries during the incident,” Vehicle Trackers reported on social media.

“He is currently receiving medical treatment in hospital, while the hijacked vehicle remains missing. The vehicle had not yet been registered and was still operating with a permit at the time of the hijacking.

“Anyone with information that could assist in locating the vehicle or identifying the suspects is urged to come forward and share the information via our hotline 071 132 3563 or inbox,” the report added.

Motaung, who started Galaxy’s previous match, a 1-0 loss to Chippa United, is expected to miss tonight’s showdown against Orlando Pirates in the Betway Premiership at the Orlando Amstel Arena at 19:30.

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Motaung, who won the Man of the Match award against Sekhukhune United on 5 September, has started all seven of Galaxy’s matches this season.

Operating as a right-back, he was integrated into the senior team in 2024 under former coach Adnan Beganovic. He continued to enjoy regular game time under current coach Bernard Parker.

At just 20, he made 27 appearances last season. They included 22 in the Betway Premiership, as well as appearances in the MTN8, Carling Knockout and Nedbank Cup.

Meanwhile, TS Galaxy are yet to break their silence on the incident as they prepare to face Orlando Pirates this evening.

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