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Coronavirus: The lives of PSL players and fans are at stake - Tlale

Former Bafana Bafana goalkeeper John Tlale has commended Premier Soccer League (PSL) chairman Dr. Irvin Khoza for suspending PSL matches following the outbreak of the coronavirus.

The ‘Iron Duke’ was expected to make an announcement on Monday afternoon regarding the disease ahead of the Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns clash that was set for Tuesday night at Loftus Versfeld Stadium.

However, the former Buccaneers and Masandawana net minder believes although the fans have been hit hard, he said the lives of all stakeholders remain a priority.

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“I think it’s a good decision because we all know we are under this risk and it’s a good thing to suspend the matches in order for the players to be safe because this is dangerous,” Tlale told Goal.