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.
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.
Fans burning Moses Mabhida Stadium. Police firing warning shots. #NedbankCup pic.twitter.com/oadS1U2ekH
— Benedict Ngwenya (@EggsBenedictZA) April 21, 2018
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.
Breaking News: Steve Komphela has resigned with immediate effect as head coach of Kaizer Chiefs! More news to follow #KCOneTeam
— Kaizer Chiefs (@KaizerChiefs) April 21, 2018