Predators on the Pitch
In Gabon, it’s the dream of most young footballers to play internationally. But, in 2022 a long serving coach for youth national teams admitted to charges of raping, grooming, and exploiting young players. He faces up to 30 years in prison. Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Africa Eye’s Khadidiatou CissΓ© travels to Gabon to investigate one of the biggest sexual abuse scandals in the history of football. She speaks with victims and eyewitnesses who reveal a shocking culture of sexual abuse and despair, with claims that many people knew, and many stayed silent. We follow a coach who, at personal risk, is determined to bring about change. Fifa are facing accusations of failing to take effective action over the sexual abuse scandal.
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