Forever Marseille. Basile Boli wanted to set the record straight after declaring that he would support PSG in the Champions League final against Inter Milan. A sentence that had shocked many supporters of Olympique de Marseille, the club with which he marked history in 1993 by offering France his first C1.
In an interview with
Provencethe former defender made a point of clarifying his remarks. “This was a program reserved for children between the ages of 7 and 11, something light. My statements were misunderstood. I may have crashed a lot of people, but I do not support anyone and, above all, I am not angry with Olympique de Marseille ”he explained.
True to his heart club, Boli assures that his priority remains OM, even if he hopes to see a French team raising the cup with the big ears. “I'm going to watch the final on Saturday, but the most important thing for me is that the Olympians find the Champions League next season. »»
“I am Marseille for life to death”
The one who alone embodies the greatest moment in the history of the Marseille club recalled his visceral attachment to the white and blue jersey. “It's been 32 years that a French team has not won the Champions League. I am Marseille for life to death, but I am French first. No one is aware of the rivalry between OM and Paris. Like Zidane or Deschamps, my heart cannot be something other than blue and white. »»
And to cut short any interpretation: “When, in tennis, Nadal confronts Monfils, I support Monfils because he is French, even if the opponent is stronger. “Before concluding, firm and unambiguous:” I can't be Parisian, it's impossible! »»
