Senegalese international Bouna Sarr urges FC Metz fans to rally for Brest clash

Bouna Sarr has called on FC Metz supporters to back the team in their crucial Ligue 1 meeting with Brest as the club battle to avoid relegation.

The 34-year-old right-back returned to competitive action against Paris Saint-Germain, coming off the bench at the Parc des Princes to make his first appearance in more than two years. Introduced in the 66th minute of the 3-0 defeat, Sarr marked his comeback with his 169th Ligue 1 outing.

Metz currently sit bottom of the table after 23 matches, four points adrift of the relegation play-off position occupied by Auxerre. The precarious situation has heightened tensions around the club, with two Ultra groups – La Horda Frénétik and Gruppa Metz – staging a demonstration ahead of last weekend’s fixture to voice their dissatisfaction.

Attention now turns to Sunday’s home encounter against Brest, who arrive at the Stade Saint-Symphorien in 11th place for matchday 24. For the newly promoted side, the contest represents a pivotal opportunity to close the gap and revive their survival hopes.

In a promotional trailer released by broadcaster Ligue 1+, Sarr delivered a direct message to the club’s supporters.

“I know this place well. Here, we never give up. Metz fans, you can count on me. See you Sunday at 5:15 pm,” he declared.

His words reflect both personal determination and the urgency of Metz’s position.

Having been sidelined since the end of 2023, Sarr’s return offers an experienced option at a time when resilience is essential.

Defeat in Paris underlined the scale of the challenge facing Metz, yet the fixture against Brest provides an immediate chance to respond.

With home advantage and growing pressure in the relegation battle, the club will look to harness the backing of their supporters.

For Sarr, the message is clear: unity and commitment will be required if Metz are to preserve their place in the French top flight.