Mamelodi Sundowns star cheats death after shooting incident

South African police have opened an investigation after Mamelodi Sundowns left-back Divine Lunga’s car was shot at in Hillbrow, Johannesburg on Sunday.

According to Zim Live, the 30-year-old was driving his blue BMW on Tudhope Street with friends when an unidentified man flagged them down. According to a police statement, the man mistook them for undercover traffic officers.

The man claimed he had just been robbed of R34,000 by individuals in a vehicle ahead of them and pleaded for their help.

Lunga and his companions agreed to assist and began following the suspects’ car. During the chase, an occupant of the pursued vehicle allegedly opened fire on Lunga’s BMW.

Sundowns defender unhurt after shooting

Police confirmed that a bullet struck the car, leaving a hole, but thankfully, no one was injured in the incident.

A case of attempted murder has been opened at the Hillbrow police station. Authorities have not yet made any arrests and are continuing their investigation.

Lunga joined his Sundowns teammates for pre-season at the weekend as he begins preparations for the 2026-27 season where Miguel Cardoso’s team will challenge on multiple fronts again.

The Zimbabwe international is key player for Cardoso as he is second-choice to Aubrey Modiba and has played 67 matches in all competitions for the Brazilians.