The Premier Soccer League has charged Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates following the fan violence which unfolded at Loftus Stadium on February 11.

The Buccaneers has been charged with contravening Rule 54 of the NSL Rules arising from the conduct of their supporters at the match after the club’s supporters invaded the pitch, threw objects and vandalised and damaged private property during the game.

Meanwhile, the Brazilians were charged with failure to provide adequate security at the match resulting in their supporters and that of the visiting club (Orlando Pirates) invading the demarcated pitch area

While the supporters also caused damage to property and the throwing objects at one another onto the pitch.

The club has also been charged for the misconduct of their supporters.

Both clubs will appear before the Premier Soccer League Disciplinary Committee on March 9, 2017.