RB Leipzig defends itself against racist hostility towards striker Loïs Openda. "After the Bundesliga home game against FC St. Pauli, our player Loïs Openda received numerous racist comments on social networks. RB Leipzig clearly condemns the hostility and stands 100% behind its player," the club announced.
The striker, who has been hapless of late, has not scored in nine competitive matches and has yet to score in 2025. This is not an easy situation for the 24-year-old Belgian with Moroccan roots. In the 2:0 win against St. Pauli, he was only substituted in the 73rd minute for the goalscorer Benjamin Sesko. After the game, he was verbally abused.
"The racist insults and hostility against Loïs Openda disgust us, make us angry and sad at the same time. We condemn racism and inhuman behavior in the strongest possible terms. Loïs has the full support of the club and together we will fight against all forms of discrimination," RB announced.
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