French prosecutors seek prison sentence for Super Eagles star Terem Moffi's attackers

French prosecutors have called for prison sentences against two OGC Nice ultras accused of helping orchestrate the violent confrontation involving Super Eagles striker Terem Moffi and former Chelsea winger Jérémie Boga last year.

The case stems from disturbing scenes outside Nice's training ground in November 2025, with prosecutors arguing the incident was a premeditated "ambush" that left both players subjected to abuse after a Ligue 1 defeat.

According to reports from L'Équipe and AFP, more than 200 angry Nice supporters gathered outside the club's training ground after a 3-1 loss to Lorient, blocking the team bus from leaving.

The two defendants, both former members of the Populaire Sud ultras group, allegedly boarded the bus and assured players it was safe to get off and address the waiting supporters.

While most of the squad managed to pass through without incident, Moffi and Boga were allegedly singled out by sections of the crowd, where they were insulted, spat at and violently jostled.

Although prosecutors do not accuse either defendant of physically assaulting the players, they argue the pair played a crucial role in creating the conditions that led to the confrontation.

Prosecutor Damien Martinelli described the events as an "ambush", insisting the attack would not have taken place without their intervention.

French prosecutors have requested a two-year sentence, including one year in prison, for one of the accused.

For the second defendant, prosecutors are seeking a two-year prison sentence along with an immediate committal order and the revocation of a previously suspended sentence.

Following the incident, both Moffi and Boga lodged formal complaints alongside OGC Nice as investigations into the events gathered pace.

The case has drawn significant attention in French football, with the alleged attack raising renewed concerns over player safety and crowd violence.

The Nice criminal court is expected to deliver its verdict on September 11, when the two former ultras will learn whether they face imprisonment over their alleged roles in the incident involving the Nigerian international and his former teammate.