Title: Christian Nsengi Biembe, the former coach of the Leopards, in search of his rights
Introduction :
In the world of football, it sometimes happens that financial disputes between coaches and federations take a complex turn. This is the case for Christian Nsengi Biembe, former coach of the Leopards of the Democratic Republic of Congo, who is still fighting today to recover his salary arrears and match bonuses. Although an agreement was reached and the government committed to paying the amount due, the process seems to have bogged down, leaving Nsengi Biembe awaiting his legitimate remuneration.
An ongoing legal battle:
Since his dismissal as coach of the Leopards in 2021, Nsengi Biembe has sued the Congolese Football Federation (FECOFA) before FIFA in order to obtain compensation for the unjustified termination of his contract. After a long procedure, FIFA awarded Nsengi Biembe a sum of $133,000, which the government was supposed to pay him.
A disconcerting radio silence:
However, despite this agreement and the commitments made by the government, Nsengi Biembe has still not received his emoluments. The radio silence which persists on the part of the Congolese authorities raises questions about the follow-up and the importance given to this file. Nsengi Biembe expresses his disappointment with this situation and plans to contact FIFA to move his situation forward.
A situation to clarify:
In addition to the problems of legal follow-up, it is also necessary to understand why the funds intended for Nsengi Biembe have not yet been released by FECOFA. It is essential that transparency reigns in this type of situation, in order to avoid any harm to coaches and to preserve the image and reputation of Congolese football.
Conclusion :
Christian Nsengi Biembe’s battle to recover his salary arrears and match bonuses highlights the challenges football coaches can face. It is essential that the agreements reached are honored and that the legitimate rights of coaches are respected. Let’s hope that this situation is resolved quickly and that Nsengi Biembe can finally receive the remuneration he is due.