During the beginning of Day 5 of Ligue 1, while the players of Corentin Tolisso won a victory against their opponents, an incident of violence occurred in the stands of the Groupama Stadium. A 17-year-old supporter of Olympique Lyonnais (OL) said that he was attacked in the middle south section. According to him, other OL fans surrounded him, threatened him and stole the Algerian flag he held to celebrate the return of Rachid Ghezzal, Lyon player after eight years of absence. The teenager described the scene, explaining that two people ripped the flag off his hands, while lowering it and suggesting that he had no place in the stadium and that he might be in trouble.

Olympique Lyonnais confirmed the intervention of its security officers in this incident, without providing further details on the altercation. The club encourages the victim to file a complaint with the competent authorities. It is important to note that wearing foreign flags is generally allowed at the Groupama Stadium, provided it is the flag of a club player. However, Rachid Ghezzal, although born in Décines, chose to represent Algeria on the international stage.

This incident raises questions about stadium safety and respect for supporters. It also highlights the sensitivity of fans regarding the representation of their club and national pride. OL, by encouraging the victim to file a complaint, demonstrates its commitment to fighting violence and ensuring a safe environment for all spectators. The incident recalls the importance of maintaining a fair play and respect climate in football.