Ligue 1 Forward Pays Tribute to Former Benin Star Omotoyossi With Goal Dedication

Ligue 1 forward recently paid tribute to the late Benin star Razak Omotoyossi by dedicating a goal to him. Omotoyossi, a former Metz player and legend of the Benin national team, passed away at the age of 39 on August 19, 2025, after battling depression.

The forward, known as Omogoal, was unable to break into the Super Eagles team, which added to his struggles. Lorient forward Tosin Aiyegun dedicated his first goal of the Ligue 1 season to Omotoyossi, helping his team secure a win against Rennes.

Nigerian journalist Nnenna Okoronkwo described Omotoyossi as an exceptional player who brought joy to fans. Omotoyossi had a prolific career, playing for clubs in Moldova, Sweden, France, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Turkey, and Morocco, and making 55 international appearances for Benin.

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