Sithole's suspension backfires
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Sithole was suspended on Friday for what has been termed as 'professional misconduct'. In the absence of Sithole, GU were led by assistant coach Zaahid Jalaal whose tactical acumen seems wanting.
The Reds' supporters could only watch helplessly as their side was outclassed 2-0 by Chiefs. The score was not a true reflection of the game as GU could have been buried in an avalanche of goals. Chiefs opened the scoring in the 22nd minute through a quick free-kick played into the box by Dirang Moloi although Musonda Mweuka appeared to help the ball home.
A young man suspected of breaking into a car was seized by residents, severely assaulted, and died in the hospital within an hour. We unreservedly condemn this mob justice. It is not a solution to crime, but a criminal offence that turns citizens into murderers.Residents are understandably angry about theft. The person who raised the alarm at 4am acted lawfully, and the neighbours who rushed to help showed community spirit. But what followed was...