The president of Lens reveals to Okaz the secret behind Macron's happiness after shaking hands with Saud
Lens club president Joseph O'Gourlian revealed French President Emmanuel Macron's reaction after shaking hands with Saudi star Saud Abdulhamid before the French Cup final between Lens and Nice last Friday.
Macron’s interaction with Saud Abdulhamid stole the show. After shaking hands with him, the French president paused briefly and spoke to him for a short while before continuing to shake hands with the rest of the players.
Macron is pleased with "Saud"
Oghourlian told Okaz in a special statement: “President Macron seemed very happy to see a Saudi player who embodies the great friendship between the two countries.”.
Lens were crowned champions of the French Cup after beating Nice 3-1, the first title for the Saudi right-back in his European journey.
Lance activates the clause to include Saud Abdul Hamid
It is worth noting that Joseph Ougourlian confirmed a short while ago to Okaz that his club has officially activated the clause to sign Saud Abdulhamid from Roma, Italy, after the player spent a season on loan with the French Cup champions.
Saud Abdul Hamid's numbers
Since joining Lens, the Saudi star has played 31 matches in various competitions, during which he scored 3 goals and provided 8 assists.
