Montpellier – Marseille: OM Fans Forced to Turn Back Due to Unrest
Safety Concerns Lead to Fan Turnback
Montpellier – Marseille encountered significant unrest this Sunday at La Mosson, where 450 Olympique de Marseille supporters were meant to attend. Due to security issues, authorities ordered them to turn back before the match, highlighting ongoing challenges regarding fan behavior and public safety.
The Incident Details
- Supporters allegedly violated agreed-upon numbers.
- Reports of masked individuals with iron bars and projectiles.
- Incidents occurred near the Lunel toll booth, disrupting the A9 highway.
François-Xavier Lauch, the prefect of Hérault, condemned the actions, stating, “Such behaviors are unacceptable.” Following these events, the prefect banned all OM supporters' travel to Montpellier.
Impact on Ligue 1 Matches
Due to these disturbances, authorities expressed worries about ensuring public order for the match set to start at 20:45. As reported, almost 650 supporters showed up, exceeding the allowed number by 200, with many clashing with the police.
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