Overview

• Mostafa Mohamed declined to play in FC Nantes' Ligue 1 match against HSC Montpellier, part of the International Day Against Homophobia initiative.
• This marked the second time Mohamed refused to participate in a match tied to anti-homophobia campaigns, following a similar decision in 2023.
• FC Nantes announced a fine for Mohamed, with the funds allocated to an organization fighting LGBTQ+ discrimination.
• The striker explained his decision on social media, attributing it to deeply rooted religious values and personal convictions.
• The match was critical for Nantes' survival in Ligue 1, as the club needed at least a point to secure their place in the top division.