Kaizer Chiefs coach Fernando da Cruz has questioned the officiating during his team's 2-1 defeat to Orlando Pirates in the Soweto Derby on Saturday afternoon, suggesting that the Buccaneers could have received a red card during the encounter.

The French coach expressed his concerns after watching his side lose the highly anticipated Betway Premiership clash, which took place in front of a packed crowd.

Pirates secured the victory to claim bragging rights in one of South African football's biggest rivalries. However, the result did not prevent discussions about the decisions made by the match officials, particularly from the Chiefs technical bench.

Da Cruz was unhappy with some of the officiating and believed that certain incidents during the match deserved closer attention. His comments added another talking point to an already intense derby between the two Soweto rivals.

The Chiefs coach's concerns centred partly on an incident involving a possible red-card offence by an Orlando Pirates player. He questioned why the situation did not result in a dismissal, although the available information does not identify the player involved or provide further details about the incident.

The defeat was another disappointment for Kaizer Chiefs, who had entered the derby hoping to maintain their unbeaten record and secure a positive result against their city rivals.

For Orlando Pirates, the victory represented an important achievement, allowing them to secure three points while ending Chiefs' unbeaten run in the league.

Despite the celebrations among Pirates supporters, Da Cruz's remarks have shifted some attention towards the refereeing decisions made during the contest.

The debate surrounding the incident is likely to continue among supporters, particularly as both clubs remain focused on their respective Premier Soccer League ambitions.

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