The midweek crunch tie between Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates at Loftus Versfeld scheduled for tomorrow might not take place following a government directive last night banning gatherings of more than 100 people in view of the Coronavirus outbreak in the country.

On Wednesday, Kaizer Chiefs are set to host Bidvest Wits in Johannesburg but it seems that match might be called off as well or played behind closed doors.

The Premier Soccer League in South Africa is still being played with supporters allowed to watch games.

President Cyril Ramaphosa last night announced that gatherings of 100 or more people are now prohibited as the government attempts to contain the Covid-19 virus.

Many sporting activities around the globe have been suspended as part of the efforts to combat the disease which has been declared a global pandemic by the World Health Organization.

Egypt, Morocco, Kenya, Ghana and the Democratic Republic of Congo have all suspended their Football Competitions and South Africa are now expected to follow suit.