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Lille Condemns Racist Abuse by Traveling Fans, Moves to File Complaints and Issue Bans

Video evidence drew political condemnation, increasing pressure for swift Larrivé-law bans.

Overview

  • The club denounced racist insults and gestures by a small group of its supporters during away matches in Belgrade and Strasbourg.
  • LOSC said many genuine fans reported the behavior via its 2023 reporting platform and on social networks.
  • An identification process is under way to prepare multiple police complaints and seek judicial prosecutions.
  • The club plans immediate commercial stadium bans for identified individuals under the Larrivé law.
  • A supporter’s Strasbourg video drew hundreds of thousands of views in hours, and Senator Patrick Kanner publicly urged sanctions.