Praises have been sung for South African referee Victor Gomes following his decision to refuse bribery while officiating a CAF game last weekend.
It is understood that Gomes was set to officiate a game between Plateau United of Nigeria and USM Alger when he had been approached to fix the match. It appears the Mzansi referee's ethicality was firm, and he instead opted to report the matter to CAF officials, who are currently investigating the issue.
Supporters Club members have lauded the brave referee ever since:
"God job Gomes, keep it up!" – Fakugezi
"Proud of Victor Gomes. SADC is really proud of Mzansi." – Maredo
"Good guys." – Bulla1000
"Gomes did well by snitching." – DopeZN
"Thumbs up, fellow South African." – tshavhuyo humbulani
"Give credit where it is due. Thank you so much Gomes and his company, you did a good job. Maybe FIFA will start looking at our ref officials for World Cup games." – rifah
"When they said SA's trusted referee, I laughed and insulted Gomes, but I guess CAF saw right through him that he can be trusted." – PHAZAMISA AKA NGOZI THE RETURN
"Well done, Gomes. I hope some of your colleagues will also do the same." – Myaka weliPhefeni
What impact do you think bribery has on the beautiful game?
