Bernard Mendy’s Bicycle Kick in India Sparks Mockery from Former Club Brest
Veteran right-back Bernard Mendy, now dazzling crowds in the Indian Super League with FC Chennai, recently pulled off a stunning bicycle kick goal — one that caught global attention for its flair and surprise. But while Indian fans were thrilled, his former club, Stade Brestois, couldn’t resist a cheeky jab at the 33-year-old defender’s newfound acrobatics.
Posting on Twitter, the French club shared a playful image of Mendy on an actual bicycle with the caption:
“Bernard, why did we only get this bike in Brest?”
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— @SB29officiel, October 22, 2014
The tweet, dripping in ironic humor, highlights the contrast between the dazzling overhead kick he delivered for Chennai and his less-than-stellar attacking record during his time at Brest (2012–2014), where he was more often criticized than celebrated.
Mendy, who also played for PSG and had a brief spell in England with Hull City, has taken on something of a cult status in India — where his performances have become viral moments. His goal reminded fans of his raw athleticism and why he once wore the French national team shirt.
Whether Mendy takes Brest’s joke in good spirit remains to be seen, but one thing’s for sure: India is getting the showman version of Bernard Mendy, and fans there aren’t complaining.
