Times Of Swaziland: FIVE THINGS YOU MISSED IN FINAL

FIVE THINGS YOU MISSED IN FINAL
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BY ASHMOND NZIMA  on 19/03/2019 07:34:00


MBABANE – The pulsating 2019 Ingwenyama Cup final is water under the bridge,
but it has expectedly left lasting memories.
While the major highlight of the festivities was the 4-1 thrashing of Mbabane
Highlanders by Young Buffaloes, the flawless blending of football and culture
was a sight to behold.
The venue was packed to the rafters but the Sports Desk’s roving camera
managed to capture ‘hidden’ moments that might have been missed by most of
the spectators. Below are some moments worth sharing after the event.
1. Zuma, Phumlani
Msibi moment:
There is never a dull moment when former South Africa president Jacob Zuma is
around. He must have said something hilarious when he was interviewed by
SuperSport presenter Phumlani Msibi during halftime of the final, if the
latter’s reaction is anything to by.
2. Buffs celebrate
without trophy
Young Buffaloes could not complete celebrating their maiden Ingwenyama Cup
victory after their trophy was taken by the Management Committee for
safekeeping. They did have a feel of the trophy, but by the time they returned
to the podium to celebrate with the fireworks, they were empty-handed.
3. OSSU officer
stuck in fence
With the stadium packed to the rafters, police officers were deployed at every
corner of the stadium to ensure sanity prevails. The ‘No Man’s Land’ is
usually a challenge as supporters get to mix and fights erupt randomly. An
officer from the police’s Operational Support Service Unit (OSSU) wing was
trying to jump over the fence to restore order at this busy area. He got stuck
in the fence, with his pistol and a good Samaritan came to his rescue.
4. Racing horses
cause scare
Horse racing, especially during the trophy parade, usually spices up the
festivities. However, things almost went pear-shaped as one of the members of
the band leading the trophy parade had to run for cover in fear of being run
over by the speeding stallion. The parade was over and a warning to clear the
space had been earlier issued.
5. ‘Msholozi’
presents winners
Visiting South Africa’s former President Jacob Zuma, who was tournament Patron
His Majesty King Mswati III’s guest, was not only a spectator but got to
present trophies to the winners.