‘Muti boy’ disrupts game

As murmurs of disbelief spread among the crowd, match officials eventually managed to remove the ball boy from the pitch, still clutching the suspicious object. e chaotic episode unfolded as the ball boy positioned himself directly behind the goal post during a pivotal penalty kick taken by Gaborone United, his actions reportedly appearing suspicious to witnesses.

The match officials successfully settled the matter, allowing the penalty shootout to proceed without further incident. Despite the distraction, Gaborone United emerged victorious with a final score of 6-5. Interestingly, neither of the teams involved has claimed responsibility for the young ball boy’s actions, adding a layer of mystery to the already unusual events that unfolded during the match.

The entire incident lasted a significant amount of time, estimated to be more than 5 minutes, and caused a noticeable disruption to the penalty shootout. e prolonged disturbance not only disrupted the flow of the game but also marred the overall atmosphere of the match.

Speaking anonymously after the match, a seasoned football administrator acknowledged that rituals are not uncommon in the world of football. However, he expressed surprise to the use of a ball boy to hold ritualistic objects.

e administrator further suggested that this practice might persist and evolve as clubs continue to seek ways to enhance their performance on the field, especially during crucial cup matches.

The Botswana Football League recently issued a statement expressing their opposition to the disruptive use of special projects and applications on the pitch. In their statement, they emphasized that the Botswana National Sports Commission is against clubs conducting such activities on the grass. e league further noted that failure to abide by these guidelines would be considered misconduct, and appropriate actions will be taken against the offending clubs.