Protest action erupts outside Durban’s Moses Mabhida Stadium

Protest action erupts outside Durban’s Moses Mabhida Stadium

Violent scenes erupted at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban earlier, where the first semi-final in the Nedbank Cup was played between Kaizer Chiefs and Free State Stars.

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Emergency services say Umgeni Road is closed to traffic in the vicinity of the stadium.

Marshall Security’s Kyle van Reenen is urging motorists to avoid the area.

Chaos erupted with spectators storming the pitch shortly after Free State Stars won the match 2-0.

An armoured police vehicle had to enter the stadium to try and restore calm.

Videos taken by spectators and shared on social media show several fires that were lit inside the stadium.


A security guard was also allegedly assaulted on the field.

Meanwhile, Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed that Steve Komphela has resigned as head coach with immediate effect.

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