A prefectural decree was officially published this Tuesday by the Prefecture of the Loire, instituting the ban on access to the Geoffroy-Guichard stadium for supporters of Olympique Lyonnais, on the occasion of the derby Sunday. This decision comes in response to the loss of AS Saint-Étienne supporters during the match aller, played in the Rhône department.

These restrictive measures, adopted following a safety meeting prior to the sporting event, are necessary because of the concrete risks of disturbance to public order. The pre-existing tensions between the supporters of the two clubs raise a legitimate concern about the safety of the match.

The prefecture seeks scrupulous respect for this decree, in the interests of personal safety and the protection of property, and in order to ensure the proper conduct of this sporting meeting. A rigorous application of these provisions is imperative to prevent incidents and ensure a secure environment for all participants.