In preparation of launching the new Sports Science specialization in Mejdlaya-Zgharta, Antonine University hosted at the beginning of the academic year, the former French football player Lilian Thuram. The famous player met with over 300 students and players in a roundtable conference highlighting important themes of racism, gender equality and homophobia.
The former French player also visited Nazareth Sisters School and Al-Salam Club in Zagharta where he met with Fr. Stefan Franjieh President of the club, (Al-Salam Club is in the Lebanese Premier League and has won many titles), members of the administrative committee and football players.