A week after the 1/16 final of the Coupe de France between OM and LOSC (1-1, 3-4 tab), the FFF disciplinary committee will meet this Thursday to judge Olivier's actions Létang and Mehdi Benatia. Both men risk sanctions.
The aftermath of the Létang-Benatia skirmish
Every action has consequences. After having inflamed the end of the match between OM and LOSC, by inviting himself to the side of the pitch to insult the refereeing body, Olivier Létang and Medhi Benatia will undoubtedly pay the price this Thursday evening. Expelled for having vehemently criticized the absence of a penalty for a very contentious action in the area by Vito Manonne, the OM sports director was expelled by Clément Turpin.
Considering himself targeted, the former Bayern central defender invited himself to the microphone of the broadcaster of the match, beIN Sports, immediately after the final whistle. ” This evening, what I just experienced is serious. We score, I'm going to see the fourth referee to tell him that there was a penalty. In passing, I remove my coach who is arguing with Olivier Létang. Clément Turpin arrives from 50 meters, the fourth referee says to me: “You pointed at me and threatened me (…). » Why don't I have the right to speak and defend my team? »
Olivier Létang caught by the patrol?
Already sanctioned with 6 suspension matches, 3 of which were closed last September, Medhi Benatia should see his suspension revoked by the FFF disciplinary committee, renowned for its severity. For Olivier Létang, the sentence could also be severe. Frustrated by OM's late equalizer, the LOSC president grabbed the arm of the fourth referee, in addition to expressing himself towards him in a rather vehement manner, without being sanctioned at the time.
-According to federal disciplinary regulations, this can result in a two-match suspension for excessive or inappropriate behavior. Note that neither Olivier Létang nor Mehdi Benatia will be present to defend their cause. The case could also be investigated by the federal authorities. Answer this Thursday late evening.
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