After the interruption of the match between Bastia and Le Mans on Saturday during the last day of Ligue 2, the disciplinary commission of the LFP announced on Sunday morning that they are investigating these incidents and will make a decision on the fate of the Sarthe club on Wednesday, whose promotion to Ligue 1 seems assured on the field.
Le Mans is waiting. Although the Le Mans players celebrated their promotion to Ligue 1 with their fans last night upon their return from Bastia, their return to the elite after 16 years is not yet officially confirmed. Even though the 2nd place in the standings was secured after the 34th and final day, the match at the Furiani stadium did not reach its conclusion. Due to smoke bombs being thrown onto the field towards the end of the match while Le Mans was leading 2-0, the referee decided to interrupt the game indefinitely.
Decision on Wednesday
Meeting on Sunday morning, the LFP Disciplinary Committee stated that they are investigating these incidents, which also involve the Corsican team, whose relegation to Ligue 3 must also be confirmed. Decisions are expected in three days, following the playoff on Tuesday evening between Red Star and Rodez. “In view of the urgency and to ensure the smooth running of the competitions, the LFP Disciplinary Committee will make a decision on this matter during its meeting on Wednesday, May 13,” the disciplinary committee said in a statement.
Speaking on RMC’s After Foot on Saturday, Le Mans coach Patrick Videira had no doubt that his team will indeed return to the elite next season. “We need to remain humble. Today, we are in Ligue 1 but it also involves the relegation of a club (Bastia) and I think we will try to come back quickly to celebrate it with our fans.”
