Lille: "When the rules of law are not followed by the FFF..." — Létang after his suspension

Lille president Létang received a six-month suspension (four months active) on appeal for his conduct toward referees after Lille-PSG, up from a €20,000 fine in the first instance, and says he will challenge the ruling.

Olivier Létang, president of Lille, has been handed a six-month suspension by the French Football Federation (FFF) on appeal for his behaviour toward match officials following the Lille-PSG fixture. The sanction is significantly harsher than the €20,000 fine he received in the initial disciplinary hearing.

Four months of the suspension are active, meaning Létang will be barred from his duties during that period. Speaking in the mixed zone after Lille's 2-1 away victory at Rennes, Létang made clear he does not accept the decision and intends to pursue further action, suggesting the FFF has not followed proper legal procedures in its handling of his case.