According to French media, an OGC Nice footballer threatened to commit suicide from a bridge on Friday morning. The identity of the player from the French club, second in Ligue 1, has not yet been revealed.
According to the informationOn “RMC” the footballer stopped his car on the Magnan viaduct in Nice, located on the Côte d’Azur and on the A8 highway, and then warned that he was ready to jump into the void.
The emergency services and the gendarmerie quickly arrived on the scene to reassure the player and make him reconsider his decision. SecAs reported by “BFMTV”, there were talks with the footballer to prevent the tragedy. “RMC” also reported that the Ligue 1 club has sent a psychologist to support the player. Although the footballer’s name has been revealed, there has been no official confirmation.
The OGC Nice has published an official statement announcing that it is canceling all planned press events for this Friday due to the severity of the events: “The OGC Nice is canceling all press events for that day. Given the serious situation the club is currently in, OGC Nice has canceled all press events scheduled for Friday.”
Brest, Nice’s next rival in Ligue 1, joined in the show of support. “Before I start this press conference, I, as well as the entire club, would like to express my support for Nice in relation to current events. Hope it turns out as best as possible. Our thoughts go out to them,” said team coach Eric Roy.
Source: Goal
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