The MTN8 semifinal first leg between Cape Town City and Orlando Pirates at DHL Stadium has been rescheduled to Wednesday, 28 August at 6pm due to severe weather conditions.
The decision to postpone the match was made following the advice from the City of Cape Town authorities and stadium management, who reported gale-force winds averaging speeds of 67 km/h.
The adverse weather has led to collapsed buildings, blocked roads due to fallen trees, and impacted stadium facilities.
Tickets purchased for today's match will remain valid for the rescheduled fixture.
#MTN8 update:
— SuperSport Football ⚽️ (@SSFootball) August 27, 2024
Due to inclement weather in the Western Cape, the #MTN8 semi-final between Cape Town City and Orlando Pirates has been postponed.
📅 Date: 28 August
🕕 Time: 18:00 (CAT)
UPDATED FIXTURE DETAILS
DATE: Wednesday, 28 August 2024
VENUE: DHL Stadium
KICK-OFF: 6pm
GATES OPEN: 4pm