UEFA sanctions Marseille after incidents against Olympiacos

UEFA fined Marseille €80,500 for fan misconduct during their 0-1 Europa League loss to Olympiacos, including pyrotechnics and offensive banners.

Olympique de Marseille has been sanctioned by UEFA with two fines totalling €80,500 following incidents during their Europa League match against Olympiacos on 15 October. The club was penalised €30,500 for the use of pyrotechnic devices and a further €50,000 for offensive banners displayed by the South Winners ultras section.

The match was marked by tension between the rival supporter groups, with Marseille fans displaying insulting messages and gestures directed at the visiting Greek side. The banners also included political messaging expressing support for a youth movement, which UEFA deemed unacceptable. Marseille lost the match 0-1 to a Santiago Hezze goal.

Despite the disciplinary action and subsequent defeats to Sturm Graz, Marseille have recovered form with six wins in eight matches, including a 1-0 victory at Bayer Leverkusen. Currently 31st in the Europa League league phase standings, they sit just one point outside the qualifying positions for the knockout round playoffs and face Levski Sofia, Celta Vigo, Celtic and Anderlecht in their remaining fixtures.