Security guard kicked by soccer fan at Moses Mabhida Stadium named

23 April 2018 - 13:21
By Sowetan Sports
Fans vandalizing the stadium during the 2018 Nedbank Cup match between Kaizer Chiefs and Free State Stars at Moses Mabhida Stadium, Durban on 21 April 2018.
Image: Muzi Ntombela/BackpagePix Fans vandalizing the stadium during the 2018 Nedbank Cup match between Kaizer Chiefs and Free State Stars at Moses Mabhida Stadium, Durban on 21 April 2018.

Sabela Maziba‚ 32‚ is the man featured in a viral video at the weekend‚ which prompted widescale condemnation of the soccer fans who invaded the pitch after their team lost.

He was named by PSL chairman Irvin Khoza on Monday.

Maziba was treated for head injuries and discharged‚ Khoza said.

Two people were arrested in connection with the violence at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban on Saturday night‚ after Kaizer Chiefs lost to Free State Stars. They are due to appear in court today.

Police and stadium security were overrun as fans invaded the pitch at the end of the game.

The PSL is currently providing information on the number of people injured.

The damage to the stadium and technical equipment belonging to broadcasters is said to amount to millions‚ with some equipment alleged to have been stolen.

Two vehicles that were parked at the back of the stadium were also damaged.

The only female that was treated at the stadium on Saturday was allegedly under the influence of alcohol.

So says PSL chairman Irvin Khoza‚ ending the confusion that arose over the weekend involving the soccer hooligans who attacked security guards.