Fight against homophobia: Mostafa Mohamed financially sanctioned by FC Nantes

2023-05-15 14:01:53

As in previous seasons, the day to fight against homophobia proposed by the LFP created debate within Ligue 1 clubs, and in particular at FC Nantes. The Egyptian striker, Mostafa Mohamed, having refused to wear a jersey with rainbow flocking, he did not take part in the meeting of his team against Toulouse (0-0) on Sunday.

According West France, he should receive a financial sanction from his club. A decision that correlates with what the Minister of Sports, Amélie Oudéa-Castéra, demanded on the Stage 2 set this Sunday.

No sports sanction

On the other hand, his trainer, Pierre Aristouy, should be able to align him next Saturday against Montpellier since no sporting sanction is envisaged. The player, who has scored eight goals in Ligue 1 this season, will be important in the fight for the maintenance of his team, when there are only three days left to play and FC Nantes is relegated.

This Monday morning, the Canary gave explanations for his choice not to play the match against Toulouse, citing “convictions and beliefs. “I respect all differences. I respect all beliefs and convictions. This respect extends to others but also includes respect for my personal beliefs. Given my roots, my culture, the importance of my convictions and beliefs, it was not possible for me to participate in this campaign. I hope my decision will be respected,” the Egyptian wrote. The terms are almost identical to those of Toulouse Zakaria Aboukhlal, who also justified his decision not to play this match.