Sekhukhune United Goalkeeper Renaldo Leaner Spent the Weekend in Jail for a Drunk Driving Charge

• Goalkeeper Renaldo Leaner spent the weekend in jail after he was arrested for drunk driving on Saturday, 25 May 2024, for drunk driving
• The Sekhukhune United star was arrested after his side’s 1-0 victory over Chippa United secured their fourth-placed finish to the season
• Fans took to social media to make fun of the goalkeeper, who they have blamed for crucial mistakes

Sekhukhune United’s 26-year-old goalkeeper Renaldo Leaner was arrested for drunk driving while celebrating the end of the season.

The shot-stopper helped Sekhukhune, who are eyeing Stellenbosch FC coach Steve Barker, end the season with a 1-0 victory over Chippa United on Saturday, 25 May 2024.

Renaldo Leaner arrested

Leaner was taken into police custody, according to the tweet below:

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According to TimesLIVE, an unnamed Sekhukhune player said Leaner and his friends took their celebrations too far, while Ekurhuleni police confirmed the arrest

The player said:

“Leaner and his friends were arrested. Some were trying to plead with the officers not to put him in the police vehicle. One of his friends became frustrated, and he was taken in.”

Fans questioned Leaner’s abilities

Local football fans took to social media to poke fun at Leaner after he followed Thembinkosi Lorch in becoming the second player to be criticised for their post-season celebrations.

Kirsten Benecke still backs Leaner:

“You've done well this season.”

Siyavuya Siguba says Leaner is holding Sekhukhune back:

“The Team of Choice is down there because of him.”

Sello Rapheladi Mphoko is not a fan:

“He's a howler.”

Slovo Zondy does not rate Leaner:

“Useless keeper.”

Mqapheli Sledge Cele made fun of Leaner:

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Overseas clubs want Sekhukhune United star Asekho Tiwani

As reported by Briefly News, Sekhukhune United star Asekho Tiwani has attracted interest from European clubs after impressing for the side, which finished fourth in the PSL amid a big celebration.

Romanian side FCSB and Moldovan outfit Sheriff Tiraspol FC have shown an interest in the promising defender and it appears he will have a hard decision to make soon.

Source: Briefly News