The situation in Marseille is generating significant controversy, as reported by Africa Top Sports.com at midday.
José Anigo, the coach and sports director of OM (Olympique de Marseille), is facing a challenging start to the year. Following OM’s elimination by Nice in the round of 16 of the French Football Cup, Anigo did not attend a scheduled press conference today where he was supposed to discuss the upcoming crucial match against Monaco on Sunday.
A graffiti tag was discovered on a wall near the training center, reading: “Anigo mafia, why Adrien and not José?” This message has stirred attention and strong emotions.
OM has issued a press release, stating, “The father is bruised and appalled by the violence of the words.”
In a surprising turn of events, José Anigo has personally filed a complaint “for provocation of hatred and public insult.” His lawyer clarified, “It is a personal action by José Anigo who filed a complaint on his behalf. It was José Anigo who was attacked by name in this graffiti, so the club could not file a complaint and will not communicate on this subject.”
It’s essential to note that José Anigo’s son was tragically shot dead on September 5 in Marseille, adding a layer of personal tragedy to this already challenging situation.
