Ligue 1: Moffi, Boga seek legal backing to exit OGC Nice after fan attack
Super Eagles striker Terem Moffi and OGC Nice forward Jérémie Boga have taken formal legal steps to terminate their contracts with the Ligue 1 club following a violent confrontation with supporters that has left both players sidelined for more than a month.
According to French outlet L’Équipe, the duo have lodged a complaint with the Professional Football League’s (LFP) legal committee, arguing that Nice failed in its duty to guarantee their safety after the team bus was attacked by supporters late in November.
Incident and legal action
The incident occurred on November 30 after Nice’s 3–1 defeat to Lorient, a result that extended the club’s poor run to six straight losses in all competitions.
Upon the squad’s return, a group of supporters reportedly confronted players near the team bus.
Moffi and Boga are said to have been the primary targets. The players allege they were subjected to verbal abuse, racist insults, spitting and physical assault, including punches and kicks. Both have since initiated criminal complaints against those allegedly involved in the attack.
On the employment front, their representatives are seeking contract termination on the basis that Nice did not take adequate steps to protect the players before or after the incident.
A hearing before the league’s judicial commission is scheduled for Thursday, where the case will be reviewed.
Prolonged absence and club impact
Since the confrontation, Moffi has not returned to first-team training. His initial medical leave, reportedly expected to last around a week, has been extended several times, with sources indicating the player has struggled to recover psychologically. Boga has followed a similar path, with both players remaining unavailable for selection.
Reports in France suggest supporter anger was fuelled by off-field grievances. Boga was allegedly confronted over ticket-related disputes involving acquaintances from Marseille, while Moffi drew criticism after being seen joking with former Lorient president Loïc Féry following the defeat.
Nice’s on-field difficulties have continued in the aftermath. The club has managed just one win in six matches since the incident, compounding pressure on and off the pitch.
Uncertain future
The case has now escalated into a significant legal and institutional issue for Nice. If the players’ claims are upheld, it could set a precedent regarding club responsibility for player safety in supporter-related incidents.
For Moffi in particular, the outcome could determine his immediate future, with his position at the club now under serious doubt.
