Raja Athletic Club has firmly dismissed rumors that they used public transport to travel around Pretoria ahead of their high-stakes match against Mamelodi Sundowns this weekend. The reports, which quickly gained traction on social media, suggested that the Moroccan giants had opted for public transport during their stay in South Africa, which raised eyebrows due to the high-profile nature of their team and their international stature.
However, Raja Athletic Club officials have come forward to refute the claims, stating that the team has been traveling in the appropriate and professional manner expected of a top-tier football club. The confusion seemed to arise from an incident where the team was spotted using a shuttle service, but the club insists this was a routine arrangement and not an unusual choice of transportation.
Raja’s management clarified that they had taken all necessary measures to ensure the team’s comfort and security during their stay in South Africa, including traveling in private coaches and making logistical arrangements to match the professional standards of international clubs.
The rumors sparked surprise among fans and pundits alike, considering the usual arrangements for high-profile teams traveling internationally for such important fixtures. Fans were quick to question why a club of Raja’s caliber would be seen using public transport, especially for a match as important as their upcoming encounter with Mamelodi Sundowns in the CAF Champions League.
The team’s upcoming match is expected to be a fierce contest, with Sundowns looking to maintain their dominance in continental football, while Raja aims to secure a vital win in their quest for glory. As both clubs prepare for the highly anticipated game, the incident has shifted attention from the match itself to the logistics surrounding the visiting team’s arrival.
While the matter of transport has now been cleared up, all eyes will turn to the pitch this weekend, where Raja will be hoping to perform at their best against one of Africa’s most successful football teams. The match promises to be an exciting clash of footballing powerhouses, with fans eagerly awaiting what will unfold on the field.
