In a shocking act of violent hostility, Nigerian striker Terem Moffi and his teammate, Ivorian winger Jérémie Boga, were physically assaulted by approximately 400 of their own club’s supporters following a devastating 3-1 defeat to Lorient on Sunday.
The horrific incident, which has led to both players being placed on medical leave, underscores the severe toxicity gripping OGC Nice.
The confrontation erupted late Sunday at the club’s training centre after the team bus returned. The scene escalated rapidly into a physical assault after supporters—described as “ultras”—forced players off the coach.
Moffi and Boga were allegedly singled out, subjected to a barrage of physical abuse that included spitting, slaps, and kicks to the torso and groin. Adding to the outrage, the physical assault was reportedly accompanied by racist insults directed at some players.
OGC Nice has since released a statement, condemning the “unacceptable excesses” and confirming the attacks: “A few members of the club have been attacked. OGC Nice give them its full support and condemn these acts with the highest toughness.”
The players have filed official police complaints, with Moffi specifically granted one week of medical leave, highlighting the severity of the trauma and injuries sustained.
Super Eagles Striker Moffi Hospitalised After Vicious Attack by Nice Fans
LIGUE 1 CRISIS—The internal crisis at OGC Nice reached a boiling point this week after star striker Terem Moffi and teammate Jérémie Boga were assaulted by an aggressive mob of their own supporters, resulting in both players being placed on medical leave.
The unprovoked violence occurred Sunday after the team’s latest defeat, their seventh this season. Approximately 400 ultras intercepted the team bus at the training ground, where the situation quickly turned criminal.
Sources indicate that the players were forced off the vehicle, and Moffi—the Nigerian international—and Boga were singled out, subjected to being spat on, punched, and kicked. Sporting director Florian Maurice was also reportedly struck while trying to intervene.
Both players have filed complaints with police. Based on reliable intelligence, Moffi has been given one week of medical absence due to the severity of the incident.
In a rare admission of internal turmoil, OGC Nice released a statement acknowledging the “unacceptable” attacks: “The club understands the frustration created by the succession of poor displays… However, the excesses we saw during this gathering are unacceptable.” The statement concluded by offering “full support” to the victims and condemning the acts “with the highest toughness.”
