France : la FFF répond aux accusations d’Abdeslam Ouaddou sur la diversité des entraîneurs de couleurs
Controversy is growing around access to the Professional Football Coaching Certificate (BEPF). After failing the entrance exam twice, Abdeslam Ouaddou denounced a lack of diversity in French football. The former Franco-Moroccan defender argued that French football needed to "include more diverse coaches," suggesting that his own background may have contributed to his failures.
The French Football Federation (FFF) quickly responded to these statements. Laurent Chatrefoux, a member of the National Technical Directorate and head of the BEPF (Professional Football Coach Diploma), refutes any form of discrimination in the selection process. According to him, candidates are judged solely on their experience, background, and performance during the various stages of the competition, regardless of their origins.
"It would be contrary to our fundamental values and totally counterproductive," explains the manager, who asserts that diversity is precisely one of the characteristics of French football.
The selection process remains particularly demanding. Each year, nearly 40 candidates apply for only ten places. Applicants must notably pass two oral exams before a jury of football professionals.
The French Football Federation (FFF) acknowledges understanding Ouaddou's frustration but disputes his interpretation. Laurent Chatrefoux points out that the former Moroccan international has already obtained his coaching qualifications (BEF and DES) from the Federation without encountering any particular difficulty.
Jacky Bonnevay, a BEPF coach and former close associate of Ouaddou during his time at Nancy, also expressed surprise at his remarks. He nevertheless highlighted the coach's career path, now at the helm of the Orlando Pirates.
The French Football Federation (FFF) maintains that these criticisms do not reflect the reality of the French training system. The Federation asserts its commitment to promoting diversity and gender equality within coaching staff, while preserving a selection process based on skills and merit.
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