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Africa-Press – South-Africa. <\/strong><\/span>TS Galaxy have dedicated their Carling Knockout Cup victory over Mamelodi Sundowns to Bernard Parker, who suffered what could well be a career-ending injury in the clash.<\/p>\n

<\/a>Galaxy beat a depleted Sundowns 5-4 on penalties<\/a> after a 2-2 draw in 120 minutes on Wednesday night, but their victory was almost overshadowed by Parker\u2019s horrific injury early in the second half. The veteran midfielder had to be rushed to hospital after his leg was broken in an over-the-top challenge by Sundowns\u2019 Bongani Zungu, who appeared to plead innocence as he was red-carded.<\/p>\n

The Rockets shared a picture on X (formerly Twitter) in which coach Sead Ramovic\u0301, goalkeeper coach Greg Etafia and other staff members visited Parker in hospital.\u201cWe wish Bernard Parker a speedy recovery following a horrific injury last night,\u201d Galaxy wrote.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe\u2019ve lost a soldier whom we shall dearly miss as our journey on the battlefield continues. Come back stronger, Die Hond! We dedicate last night\u2019s victory to you.\u201d<\/p>\n

According to SuperSport presenter Phumlani Msibi, who spoke to Parker before he was hospitalised, the 37-year-old star lamented this might be the end of his career.<\/p>\n

After the game at Mbombela Stadium, Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena wished Parker a speedy recovery. The coach said he was certain Zungu\u2019s tackle was not malicious.<\/p>\n

\u201cI can only wish Bernard Parker a speedy recovery. I hope it\u2019s not as serious as it looks,\u201d Mokwena said.<\/p>\n

\u201cKnowing Bongani Zungu, I know it was not malicious. There was no malicious intent behind it. The only thing I can say on it is that I wish Bernard Parker a speedy recovery.\u201d<\/p>\n

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