Orlando Pirates box to box middlefielder Thalente Mbatha is believed and alleged to have been suspended despite reports of him being injured.
The 24-year-old last featured for the Buccaneers in a 2-1 victory over Sekhukhune United away in Polokwane earlier this month, which was followed by reports that he picked up a foot injury.
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However, according to one of South African football journalists, Mastarmind, the middlefielder is allegedly suspended for arriving in training intoxicated.
Mastermind reports that the 24-year-old arrived in training under the influence of alcohol which has led to the club putting new measures in place to deal with such instances.
“Orlando Pirates midfielder Thalente Mbatha’s arrival at training in a drunken state has sparked a new era of discipline at the club,” Mastarmind stated on X.
“The 24-year-old player stumbled onto the training field, reeking of alcohol and unable to participate in the day’s drills.”
He further went on to reveal that the news of his injuries was just to cover up his deeds, and the club’s management is disappointed in the player.
“Reports had earlier indicated that Mbatha was nursing an injury, but it turned out that he was actually hungover,” Mastarmind’s statement continued.
“The club’s management was left stunned and disappointed by the revelation.”
The former Supersport United middlefielder is alleged to have been suspended, pending the outcome of the investigation into the matter.
“Mbatha’s behaviour was deemed unacceptable by the club’s management,” he continued.
“Mbatha has allegedly been suspended from training and matches pending the outcome of the investigation.”
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Meanwhile, the club is said to have taken measures to prevent such incidents from repeating itself.
“The club’s management has announced plans to implement stricter disciplinary measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.
” Breathalyzer tests will now be mandatory for all players before training,” Mastarmind concluded.
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