BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-The Super League of Malawi (Sulom) has expressed deep disappointment over the abandonment of the TNM Super League match between Mighty Wanderers and Ekhaya FC, which was stopped on 51 minutes due to heavy rainfall at Kamuzu Stadium in Blantyre on Wednesday.
Sulom’s General Secretary, Williams Banda, said in an interview that the organization is dismayed that match officials did not follow the proper procedure outlined in the league regulations.
According to the rules, matches affected by bad weather or other disruptions must be suspended for up to 40 minutes before a final decision is made on whether to resume or call off the game.
However, Banda noted that the officials in charge of the Wanderers versus Ekhaya fixture did not adhere to these guidelines, leading to confusion and frustration among players, officials and supporters.
“The regulations are very clear officials should wait for 40 minutes before making any decision. Unfortunately, that procedure was not followed in this case,” Banda emphasized.
He added that Sulom is currently gathering detailed reports from the match commissioner, referees and both teams before making a final ruling on the outcome of the game.
The body will review all submissions and take appropriate action in accordance with the league’s disciplinary code.
Banda also issued a strong warning to all match officials and supervisors, urging them to strictly follow laid down procedures whenever challenges arise during league matches.
“We expect professionalism and consistency from all those managing Super League games. Any deviation from the rules will not be tolerated,” he warned.
The match, which was being played before a few supporters at Kamuzu Stadium, had to be halted after a torrential downpour rendered the pitch unplayable. Both teams were battling for crucial points as the league season approaches its closing stages.
Supporters who attended the game were left frustrated with many calling on Sulom to strengthen its supervision of match officials to avoid similar situations in future.
Sulom is expected to release its official decision on the matter in the coming days once all relevant reports have been reviewed.
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