Kaizer Chiefs Release Statement on Arthur Zwane Incident!
Kaizer Chiefs Release Statement on Arthur Zwane Incident! This follows the events which took place last weekend.
Kaizer Chiefs Release Statement on Arthur Zwane Incident! This follows the events which took place last weekend.
Kaizer Chiefs head coach Arthur Zwane was attacked by the club’s supporters after their 1-0 loss against SuperSport United last weekend. The club has since addressed the matter.
The loss to Matsatsantsa signified the end of the continental dreams for next season. After that, Zwane was attacked and pelted with objects by the Amakhosi faithful as he was heading towards the tunnel.
“Kaizer Chiefs would like to confirm that coach, Arthur Zwane is fine following the incident that occurred at the end of the match against SuperSport United at the Royal Bafokeng Sports Palace on Saturday,” the club wrote in a statement.
“A few angry supporters threw some objects in the direction of the coach as he was leaving the pitch after giving his post-match interview. The SAPS and security officers, who were on hand, intervened instantly to restore order.
“In the process of protecting the people leaving the pitch, one of the officers accidentally struck the coach with his shield, causing a small cut to his cheek.
“The coach was immediately assessed in the change room by the doctor and was diagnosed to be fine. He returned to Johannesburg on the team bus, together with the players, without requiring any further medical attention.
“Much as the Club understands that supporters were disappointed with the result, such expressions of dissatisfaction as were seen in Phokeng on Saturday are unacceptable and cannot be tolerated. Hence, we implore all our supporters to please refrain from any form of violence.
“As we prepare for our last game of the season, we call on the Amakhosi Faithful to rally behind the team and the coach and inspire us to finish the season in style. The players and the technical team are giving their best out there, so let’s stick together and give them all the support we can.
“We are looking forward to seeing our faithful supporters at FNB Stadium on Saturday when we welcome Cape Town City.” The statement read.
Amakhosi take on Cape Town City on Saturday afternoon. Kaizer Chiefs Release Statement on Arthur Zwane Incident!
