Online Reporter
Fungai Muderere, Zimpapers Sports Hub
HIGHLANDERS coach Pieter de Jongh has landed himself in trouble after accusing the Premier Soccer League (PSL) of favouring Dynamos and other clubs in fixture scheduling and refereeing decisions.
The temperamental Dutchman, who cut an animated figure during Bosso’s Chibuku Super Cup semifinal defeat to Dynamos, is now under investigation for misconduct.
In his post-match press conference, De Jongh took aim at the league’s integrity, saying: “There should be fairness. When teams are fighting for survival, they must all play at the same time. That’s how football is managed everywhere.”
His comments ruffled feathers at PSL headquarters. Acting chief executive Rodwell Thabe confirmed that De Jongh’s remarks are under review.
“We have taken note of the allegations made by the Highlanders coach against match officials and the fixturing schedule,” said Thabe. “If the coach is found to have breached PSL Rules and Regulations, he will be sanctioned. It’s misconduct to imply bias or question the integrity of the league.”
Thabe explained that while the league tries to align fixtures near the end of the season, limited stadium availability makes it difficult to have all matches played simultaneously.
The storm comes as Bosso hover dangerously close to the relegation zone with three matches left — against Simba Bhora, Manica Diamonds and Chicken Inn — fixtures that could decide both their survival and De Jongh’s future.
