Football Club de Marseille invites you to follow the news of OM's competitors (PSG, Monaco, Lyon, Nice, LOSC, Rennes, etc.). Gift Orban, the Nigerian striker for Olympique Lyonnais, is going through a delicate period following a controversial comment on social networks.
During the last match between OL and Auxerre, which ended with a score of 2-2, Gift Orban reacted under a publication from his former teammate Sinaly Diomandéthe Auxerre defender, who had scored. His message, “Top ????????????”, surprised and irritated many Lyon supporters.
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In response to the wave of criticism, Gift Orban posted an Instagram story to clarify his intention. He declared: “Excuse me, OL fans, it was by mistake that I made this comment. I just wanted to encourage a friend. I didn't even realize it was after our match. We work hard to win. I'm sorry for OL. » Despite its apologies, OL management did not take the situation lightly.
Orban dismissed for an inappropriate message?
According to RMC Sport, Olympique Lyonnais has decided to leave Gift Orban out of the team for the next match against Lillescheduled for this Friday. This decision is considered a sanction in response to his behavior on social networks. Additionally, the club plans to summon Orban to discuss the implications of his comment.
The attacker also risks losing his ethics bonus, compensation linked to respecting a code of conduct within the team. Lyon officials want to clearly show that such behavior will not be tolerated, especially from a player whose performances have not yet completely convinced since his arrival in January.
Gift Orban's situation raises questions about the importance of social media for professional gamers and expectations for behavior. It remains to be seen whether he will be reinstated for the Europa League match against Hoffenheim, scheduled for next Thursday, or during the derby against ASSE on November 10.
