Bernard Casoni is the subject of serious accusations of racism, made by five players from US Orléans (National).
At the microphone of France Blue Orléansseveral US Orléans players reported racist comments allegedly made by their coach, Bernard Casoni.
Several members of the club’s organizational chart would have confirmed these comments, while audio proof would also be available.
The phrase “You are no more stupid than North Africans” would be commonly used by the former French international (30 caps).
“We hear this sentence about North Africans every two weeks in training“, an Orléans player complained in particular.
Following these serious accusations relayed in the press against its coach, the Orléans club communicated this Monday.
The current 17th in the National rankings has confirmed the opening of an internal investigation.
“ US Orléans has taken note of the accusations reported by France Bleu against Mr. Bernard Casoni. Given the seriousness of the facts alleged, the club has decided to launch an internal investigation without delay.indicated the USO via a press release. The club will not make any further comment on this situation until the outcome of this investigation. »
