Kaizer Chiefs React to Late Goal Against Sundowns Being Ruled Out by Ref

Kaizer Chiefs React to Late Goal Against Sundowns Being Ruled Out by Ref

  • Kaizer Chiefs were not satisfied with referee's decision to rule out one of their goal during their 2-1 loss to Mamelodi Sundowns
  • The Glamour Boys showed their grievances to the controversial calls by the centre referee in the match
  • The Soweto giants' reaction to the disallowed goal sparked different opinions amongst fans on social media

Kaizer Chiefs lost 2-1 to Mamelodi Sundowns at the FNB Stadium in the Premier Soccer League on Saturday afternoon.

The Glamour Boys scored the first goal of the game through Ranga Chivaviro, but the visitors bounced back with strikes from Lucas Ribeiro and Iqraam Rayners to secure all three points.

There were different talking points in the game, with Sundowns' second goal being one of them.

Kaizer Chiefs post cryptic message to react to Edson Castillo's late goal against Mamelodi Sundowns being ruled out by the referee. Photo: @KaizerChiefs.
Kaizer Chiefs post cryptic message to react to Edson Castillo's late goal against Mamelodi Sundowns being ruled out by the referee. Photo: @KaizerChiefs.
Source: Twitter

Chiefs react to Castillo's disallowed goal

Kaizer Chiefs posted two cryptic messages on their official handle on X(formerly known as Twitter) after the centre referee controversially ruled out Edson Castillo's goal.

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Amakhosi posted a gif showing a man not pleased with the decision, and the second gif had a text that reads 'Disappointed but not surprised'.

The two posts by the Soweto giants drew different reactions from fans in the comment section of the gifs.

Reactions to Chiefs' cryptic message

DlaminiDukani said:

"We have improved Khosi, unfortunately they were 12 in the field 😭"

ramalokot implied:

"It was a legitimate goal....kudlaliwe ngathi"

visse_ss said:

"Sundowns should thank that offside goal and referee."

Dbanj25 reacted:

"We need to write a letter to Fifa about the Team and the African President influence."

risunamanic shared:

"thank you Junior, yes we wanted to win, but trust us, we are happy with what you have done to this new Chiefs team which we are all wondering how Nabi brought so much change. We are playing carpet and objective futball. Thanks so much Junior we are happy 🙏🏿"

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RealKGeeRSA commented:

"Kaizer Chiefs proved why they are the best team in the PSL currently. Its clear that Sundowns can’t beat Kaizer Chiefs without the help of the referees. Thanks for giving all of them a run for their money Khosi✌️😄"

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Raphael Abiola (sports editor) Raphael Abiola is a Nigerian Sports Journalist with over seven years of experience. He obtained a B.Tech degree in Computer Science from the Federal University of Technology, Akure, in 2015. Raphael previously worked as a football editor at Stakegains (2016-2018) and a content editor with Opera News Nigeria (2018-2023). Raphael then worked as an Editor for the Local Desk at Sports Brief (2023-2024). Reach him via email at raphael.abiola@sportsbrief.com.