As reported by Africa Top Sports.com, the former Lille player, Florian Thauvin, faced an attack upon his arrival in Lille yesterday.
The upcoming match between Lille and Marseille in French Ligue 1 is anticipated to be intense. Thauvin’s return to Lille, where he was transferred on the last day of the transfer window, appears to have stirred emotions, and the situation became physical.
Olympique de Marseille expressed their strong disapproval, stating they were “outraged” by the reception given to their team at Lille-Lesquin airport. About twenty individuals, claiming to be supporters of LOSC, reportedly insulted and attempted to push Thauvin as he disembarked from the plane. The player had to be shielded by the club’s security service and later received protection from plainclothes police officers present in the boarding hall.
Olympique de Marseille conveyed their indignation towards such actions and sincerely hoped that the match between Lille and OM, scheduled for the evening, would take place in the best spirit and with respect for all individuals involved.
