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Saint-Étienne Defeat Lyon in Interrupted Ligue 1 Derby Marked by Fan Violence

The match was delayed 45 minutes after a linesman was struck by a projectile, as authorities pledge stronger protections for officials.

Referee Francois Letexier (right) checks on assistant Mehdi Rahmoun (C) after halting play in Saint-Etienne

Overview

  • Saint-Étienne secured a 2-1 victory over Lyon in a derby that saw play halted for 45 minutes due to a projectile hitting assistant referee Mehdi Rahmouni.
  • Lucas Stassin scored twice for Saint-Étienne, boosting their battle against relegation as they moved level on points with 16th-placed Le Havre.
  • Lyon fans were banned from traveling to the match due to security concerns, highlighting ongoing issues with supporter violence in Ligue 1.
  • Authorities initiated operations to identify the individual responsible for the projectile, while the French Football Federation and Ministry of the Interior reiterated commitments to enhance match official safety.
  • Saint-Étienne remain second from bottom in the standings but are separated from safety only by goal difference, with four matches left in the season.