US EditionNantes’ Mohamed to skip final Ligue 1 game over anti-homophobia campaign
- Mostafa Mohamed, a 27-year-old Egyptian striker for FC Nantes, will not play in their final Ligue 1 match on Saturday against Montpellier, which marks the anti-homophobia campaign day.
- Mohamed has repeatedly refused to participate in this league-wide initiative since joining Nantes in 2022, citing personal beliefs while the club officially attributes his absence to a minor muscle issue.
- The club coach Antoine Kombouaré described Mohamed’s condition as a 'small muscular concern,' but reports indicate the striker declined to play, with Nantes expected to fine him and donate the amount to an LGBTQ charity.
- The important match, which will feature players wearing rainbow armbands to promote inclusion, could secure Nantes’ Ligue 1 status, as a draw would likely suffice given their two-point lead over the relegation zone.
- Mohamed posted on social media emphasizing respect for diverse personal convictions and expressed hope that his decision would be understood without fueling debate amid ongoing reactions to his absence.
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Chicago Tribune
Independent EspañolPARIS (AP) — At least one French league player refused to participate in Saturday's anti-homophobia campaign, despite the numerous incidents that once again marred the soccer season. Nantes striker Mostafa Mohamed does not want to be associated with the annual initiative in which teams across France wear a special jersey to support the fight against homophobia. The Egyptian forward said he will not play in the season finale against Nantes and is…
For the third year in a row, footballer Mostafa Mohamed, who so far stands out with FC Nantes, refused to play during the day to fight against homophobia because of "its values". Having had wind, this Saturday, May 17, 2025, Christophe Beaugrand did not fail to react!
Winnipeg Free Press
Nantes striker opts out of French league’s campaign against homophobia
Breaking News, Sports, Manitoba, Canada
The attacker of FC Nantes decided, once again, not to participate in the day of fight against homophobia to be held this Saturday, May 17th. On X, Jordan Bardella, president of the RN, commented on the...
For the third year in a row, FC player Nantes Mostafa Mohamed will not be playing on the championship day marked by a campaign against homophobia organized by the Professional Football League. This weekend, all Ligue 1 players will wear a jersey decorated with a distinctive badge featuring the words "Homophobia Football". The term "homophobia" is symbolically scratched. The official badge of the competition will take on the colours of the rainbo…
But Nantes striker Mostafa Mohamed refuses to run. The football player's explanation is provided by Instagram.
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