Komphela explains Chiefs exit, compares himself to Arsene Wenger

Angry Chiefs fans ran riot as they threw missiles, invade the pitch and vandalised the Moses Mabhida Stadium after Amakhosi lost 2-0 to Free State Stars in the Nedbank Cup semifinal clash.

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Two security guards were taken to hospital after getting injured while trying to stop the fans who stormed on to the pitch.

“We have to cut this culture of ill-discipline and delinquency. If it means that I have to bring the calmness – and listen, I have to do that – I have to be responsible enough to say let us protect the players, protect administration, set an example and stop this trend,” Komphela told the media.

“If it has to be stopped by me being just outside the scenario, even with two matches to go, do it. There’s nothing wrong with that,” added Komphela.

Komphela compared his situation to that of Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger, who also announced his decision to quit the Gunners at the end of the season.

“Another example is that of Arsene Wenger [who announced that he is leaving Arsenal at the end of the season].

“With 22 years at Arsenal, when he realised that the seats were getting too red, you got to Emirates [Arsenal’s home stadium], he decided that ‘Hey guys, you know what, this will be the end of my journey’.

“This man did it with a lot of honour, respect and integrity. It will be appreciated. The same line. I have also had same consideration.”

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