Recently, the spotlight has fallen on the Kaizer Chiefs as they faced disciplinary actions from the Premier Soccer League (PSL).
The situation erupted during a match against Mamelodi Sundowns on September 28, when frustrations boiled over among the Amakhosi supporters.
Their displeasure with a controversial referee decision prompted some fans to hurl bottles and glasses onto the field.
Controversial Goal Disallowed
The drama unfolded late in the game, with Sundowns leading 2-1 when Kaizer Chiefs’ Edson Castillo found the back of the net.
However, just as the celebration began, referee Sikhumbuzo Gasa had already signaled a foul on Moss Lebusa, caused by Inacio Miguel.
Replays indicated that Miguel had used his hands to push Lebusa down, leading to the disallowance of the goal.
The fans’ reaction was a clear sign of their frustration over the referee’s call.
Disciplinary Committee’s Ruling
In the aftermath, PSL prosecutor Zola Majavu announced that Kaizer Chiefs would face the Disciplinary Committee (DC).
During the proceedings, it was confirmed that the club pleaded guilty to the charges of spectator misbehavior.
As a result, they were hit with a fine of R100,000, with half of that amount suspended.
Implications of the Fine
Majavu provided further details, explaining, “This morning, Kaizer Chiefs Football Club appeared before the PSL DC to address charges related to the missile-throwing incident during the match against Mamelodi Sundowns.”
He added that the fine of R100,000 would only require the team to pay R50,000 unless they are found guilty of a similar offense by the end of the season.
Notably, Kaizer Chiefs still had an outstanding suspended fine of R100,000 from a previous incident, meaning they would now effectively owe R150,000, plus additional administrative costs associated with the hearing.
What’s Next for Kaizer Chiefs?
With tensions running high, the club now faces a critical period ahead.
They will need to not only manage the fallout from this incident but also work on maintaining discipline among their fanbase to avoid further penalties in the future.
The focus will be on repairing relationships with both the league and their supporters as they move forward.
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