Ligue 1 referees don’t have any intention to let slide. Talking to Ligue 1 predominant broadcaster , Jérôme Brisard has introduced that his fellow colleagues will file a criticism for defamation towards the Marseille president. Longoria flew into rage final evening on the again of Les Phocéens‘ 3-0 away loss to Auxerre. The Spaniard was significantly vital of the sport’s referee, Jérémy Stinat. The latter has earlier with Marseille after being concerned in Mehdi Benatia’s three-month suspension.
Longoria didn’t hesitate to talk of “corruption” to explain the extent of refereeing in Ligue 1. “All the pieces has been organized for the reason that third yellow given to Balerdi (suspended this Saturday towards Auxerre). It’s deliberate, it’s rigged”, Longoria notably mentioned. The – Philippe Diallo – and the have each condemned Longoria’s outburst in robust phrases.
Earlier than overseeing the Ligue 1 sport between Nantes and Lens, Brisard has introduced that Ligue 1 referees will now take the matter to court docket as early as Monday. “The phrase corruption has been used. A pink line has been crossed, it’s unacceptable. All Ligue 1 central referees will file a criticism for defamation. It shouldn’t be forgotten that skilled or novice referees solely aspire to work in a secure setting.“
GFFN | Bastien Cheval
