PSL Charges Chicken Inn Over Abandoned Match Against Scottland FC
The Premier Soccer League (PSL) has formally charged Chicken Inn following the dramatic end to their Castle Lager Premier Soccer League Matchday 13 clash against Scottland FC, which was abandoned just a minute before full time.
Chaos Erupts After Controversial Penalty Decision
The chaos unfolded on Friday, 23 May 2025, at Rufaro Stadium when referee Quedsani Dirwai awarded a late penalty to Scottland FC. He ruled that Chicken Inn defender Dominic Jaricha had handled the ball in the box — a decision that sparked furious protests from Chicken Inn players.
Their strong reaction delayed the game significantly, with players reportedly refusing to continue for a while. By the time they agreed to proceed with the penalty, daylight had faded, and goalkeeper Bernard Donovan refused to play, citing poor lighting conditions.
With no clear resolution and growing safety concerns, the match was ultimately abandoned before the penalty could be taken.
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PSL Charges Chicken Inn Over Abandoned Match Against Scottland FC
The PSL has now taken action, accusing Chicken Inn of misconduct and holding them responsible for the game’s premature end. The club faces several charges, including disorderly conduct, refusing to follow instructions from match officials, and disrupting the flow of the match.
In addition to the club itself, midfielder George Majika has also been singled out for his role in the chaos. The league says he will answer to charges of misconduct and ignoring official instructions.
The disciplinary hearings are scheduled for Thursday, 26 June 2025, at the PSL offices.
In a statement released on Wednesday, 4 June 2025, the league confirmed the disciplinary measures:
“The Premier Soccer League has summoned Chicken Inn FC to appear before the PSL Disciplinary Committee following the abandonment of their Castle Lager Premier Soccer League match against Scottland FC played at Rufaro Stadium on Friday, 23 May 2025.
The charges against Chicken Inn FC include disorderly conduct, failure by players and officials to comply with lawful orders, disrupting the normal proceedings of a match, and causing the abandonment of the match.
Additionally, Chicken Inn FC player George Majika has also been summoned to appear before the Disciplinary Committee on allegations of disorderly conduct and failure to comply with lawful orders.”
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