Burundian international Bigirimana Abedi, midfielder for Rayon Sports, has been sanctioned by the club after refusing to participate in the upcoming match against Al Hilal Omdurman. Burundian international sits out again – Rayon Sports in trouble. Abedi, who recently returned from a lower-leg injury, had also sat out the Super Cup match against APR FC on January 10, 2026, which ended in a heavy 4-1 defeat for Rayon Sports. Alongside him, teammates Tambwe Gloire and Drissa Kouyate were left on the sidelines, as coach Bruno Ferry opted not to field them due to FERWAFA regulations limiting for

Burundian international Bigirimana Abedi, midfielder for Rayon Sports, has been sanctioned by the club after refusing to participate in the upcoming match against Al Hilal Omdurman.

Burundian international sits out again – Rayon Sports in trouble.

Abedi, who recently returned from a lower-leg injury, had also sat out the Super Cup match against APR FC on January 10, 2026, which ended in a heavy 4-1 defeat for Rayon Sports. Alongside him, teammates Tambwe Gloire and Drissa Kouyate were left on the sidelines, as coach Bruno Ferry opted not to field them due to FERWAFA regulations limiting foreign players. Following the Super Cup, Abedi informed the coach that he would not play against Al Hilal Omdurman, citing a knee problem. The decision disappointed Coach Ferry, who reportedly requested the club management to consider whether retaining a player unwilling to follow team directives was appropriate. Rayon Sports confirmed that Abedi had been disciplined, clarifying that this is a punishment and not a permanent removal from the squad. This sanction comes shortly after midfielder Ndikumana Asmane faced suspension for a conflict with the same coach, meaning Rayon Sports will be without both key players in upcoming matches. The club has emphasized the importance of team discipline, particularly as it prepares for critical fixtures in the season.

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