Chinese goalkeeper faces lengthy ban for wearing Huf marijuana socks during international friendly win over Syria
Authorities sure to come down on Guangzhou Evergrande netminder for unusual kit based on previous punishments
The goalie was spotted sporting a pair of skateboard brand Huf’s “Plantlife” socks, a clothing item notable for their distinctive marijuana plant patterns, something that did not go unnoticed on social media.
It is likely that the authorities will come down on the 31-year-old keeper based on their previous punishments for similar indiscretions.
Defender Wang Shenchao was banned for 12 months from international duty after wearing a necklace during a game while youth player Zhou Junchen was handed a 12-month ban for skipping dinner at a Thai training camp.
Zeng’s club Guangzhou Evergrande were similarly draconian when censuring their staff after defender Zhang Linpeng’s shirt number came off in an AFC Champions League game and they improvised with tape.