JJ United coach slams referees
Lesedi Mkhutshwa | Wednesday February 11, 2026 08:11
In a post-match interview after losing 2-1 to Enesia FC, he questioned who is supposed to protect them if the officials are the ones killing their game.
Bokhutlo citied instances where his team was unfairly treated and believed that fair play should be paramount, saying football is a game of fair play determined by referees.
According to the gaffer, if referees favour one team, their chances of winning are doomed.
'We played and worked hard today on this game, then why can't the referees do their job so that points can be accumulated fairly in an open play witnessed by all?' he added.
The coach was particularly upset that the game was not allowed to flow, with unnecessary fouls called against his team and some incidents that warranted cards being overlooked.
He accused referees of taking advantage of the fact that coaches and technical teams are limited in what they can say during the match.
In contrast, Enesia FC coach, Gabriel Motsamai was pleased with his team's victory, stating that they desperately needed it to boost morale and confidence.
'The players gave their all in terms of energy and created lots of chances in the first half,' he said.
Motsamai acknowledged some mistakes, like rushing with the ball, but praised his side's efforts against a quality opponent. The coach also noted that referees make errors, saying they are human and they made such decisions.
He highlighted areas for improvement, including conceding corners and the team's tendency to rush with the ball. Despite this, he applauded the team's efforts and encouraged fans to continue supporting them.
The teams:
Enesia FC: Dennnis Mmusi ,Keabetswe Mpise, Onkabetse Ramotsumi, Botshelo Ngakaetsile, Tshepang Mbambo, Mompati Mmeshe, Joseph Nkgoeng, Kudzani Sibanda, Mbatshi Elias, Kealeboga Bonang, Monei Phatsima
JJ United FC: Thatayaone Thandazela, Kagiso Tsere, Thuto Ramontsho, Ofaletse Daniel, Thabo Bafedile, Letso Batlhasetse, Onalenna Solomon, Gabriel Manewe, Gopolang Kelebogile, Gobona Ramothwa, Thabang Watlala
Enesia FC 2 ( Nkgoeng 24th, 44th) JJ United FC ( Manewe 37th)