A referee has been captured on tape taking to his heels after officiating a match in which he disallowed a goal scored by a player.

In a video posted on social media, a young footballer alleged to be cultist scored a goal against the opposing team and was rejoicing.

But his joy was cut short when the referee declared it an offside and this provoked the player who started chasing him around the pitch.

The referee ran for his dear life as the alleged cultist continued pursuing him even as other players and spectators tried to hold him back.

Watch the video HERE