The defender Koffi Kouao, from Metz, was involved in one of the most bizarre scenes this weekend in football around the world.
The 27-year-old player found out he would be a substitute just hours before the game against Rennes and simply REFUSED to warm up:
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L’attitude de Koffi Kouao à l’échauffement laisse penser à une certaine frustration d’être remplaçant ce soir face au Stade Rennais 🤔 pic.twitter.com/HxeFHfG71U
— L1+ (@ligue1plus) November 28, 2025
Koffi Kouao had been a starter in ALL 13 games until then.
However, Metz is the second-to-last in Ligue 1, with only 11 points – in addition, the team has the WORST defense, with 31 goals conceded.
The disgruntled defender stayed on the bench and didn't even play. Metz lost to Rennes 1-0 in the match held on Friday (28).
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