Mnqqithi slams referees after Chiefs defeat, calls for VAR in Premiership

GOLDEN Arrows head coach Manqoba Mngqithi has taken aim at match officials in the Betway Premiership, accusing referees of inconsistency and favouritism after his side's defeat to Kaizer Chiefs in Durban on Saturday.

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A debut strike from Flavio Silva in the 69th minute handed Amakhosi all three points, but Mngqithi was adamant that the game hinged on a moment earlier in the second half.

Arrows midfielder Sandile Sithole burst into the box in the 57th minute and was brought down by a double tackle from Chiefs defenders Thabiso Monyane and Inacio Miguel.

The Arrows bench erupted in protest, but the referee waved play on. For Mngqithi, the decision highlighted the uneven treatment teams receive.

“We created what I think was a clear penalty in my opinion, but I think in South Africa, maybe things are different, but I think it was a clear penalty,” Mngqithi said.