Mamadou Sakho Fights and Tackles His Coach in the Montpellier Locker Room

Mamadou Sakho found himself in a troubling situation as he engaged in an altercation with his coach, Michel Der Zakarian, during a Montpellier Hérault Sport Club (MHSC) training session one Tuesday evening.

The incident was triggered when the player, frustrated by a foul that went unnoticed by the coach during a practice match, decided to leave the field. Subsequently, in the locker room, Michel Der Zakarian made some remarks to the player, stating that the training session was « not à la carte. »

Mamadou Sakho, agitated, initially engaged in a discussion, highlighting his exemplary behavior despite limited playing time. The situation escalated when Michel Der Zakarian reportedly said to him, « Mamad, you’re a complainer. »

Mamadou Sakho allegedly grabbed Michel Der Zakarian by his collar and executed a tackle, taking him to the ground. Der Zakarian was said to have been in a furious rage before the staff and teammates intervened. Mamadou Sakho could potentially face serious consequences, including possible termination of his contract.