By Razeen Gutta
South African Football Association technical director Walter Steenbok and national executive member David Molwantwa have reportedly had a heated clash via email.
According to a report from City Press, Molwantwa, who headed Safa’s Afcon delegation, first criticised Steenbok for not giving him enough notice to attend a meeting.
“I have noted a short-notice invite to a technical committee meeting. However, one needs to raise serious concerns regarding how this committee business is conducted,” Molwantwa wrote in response to a meeting invite from Steenbok’s personal assistant.
The meeting in question was scheduled to take place two days after the email was sent.
In response, Steenbok said Molwantwa’s words were “stupid and disrespectful” and that he used the opportunity to show “hatred” towards him.
“Hi David, I have noted your continuous stupid insinuations about me over a period of time. For the record, this must be noted: My PA is inviting you to the meeting, she is a messenger,” Steenbok wrote.
“You could not wait to show your character and hatred towards me. For the record, I am not your friend and you must learn to respect other people.
“This meeting was called by the chairperson of the committee, (so your attack on me is stupid and disrespectful). As a member of this committee, you submit your comments or displeasure in writing and to the relevant person, instead of revealing your low class in public.
“You are quick to point at my attitude without first engaging me or your chairperson. Who has a stinking attitude then?
“If you want to run the affairs of the technical department, you must indicate so, instead of being a loose cannon.”
The report added that the exchange continued with Molwantwa giving Steenbok 12 hours to publicly withdraw his “insult and demeaning of character” or face legal action.
Neither party has commented on the report as yet.
Pictured above: Walter Steenbok.
Image source: @safa_net
