French Footballer Aïrine Fontaine Faces Backlash Over Homophobic Comments
The 20-year-old player's remarks in a Christian media interview have been condemned by the French Football Federation, with potential sanctions under review.
- Aïrine Fontaine, a midfielder for FC Fleury 91 and France's youth national team, described homosexuality as a 'sin' during an interview with Holy Production, a Christian media outlet.
- Her comments have been widely criticized as homophobic and sparked calls for stronger anti-discrimination efforts in French football.
- The French Football Federation (FFF) condemned Fontaine's statements, stating they contradict the organization's values of respect and inclusion, and announced plans to review potential disciplinary actions.
- The interview video, which was shared on social media, has since been removed, and Fontaine has made her Instagram account private following the backlash.
- Advocacy group Rouge Direct expressed concerns over systemic issues of homophobia in football and criticized the FFF for insufficient education and prevention measures.
Le Figaro 