"Marseille" Protests Ban on Fans Attending Match Against "Paris"

"Marseille" has released a statement regarding the ban on fans attending the away match against "Paris" on January 31st in the 20th round of Ligue 1.

Idman.Biz reports that the ban is a measure taken by the local police.

"Olympique Marseille" football club has taken note of the order from the Paris Police Prefecture prohibiting the movement and access to the stadium of any person claiming to belong to the supporter club, during the match against "Paris FC" scheduled for next Saturday in the capital.

The club deeply regrets this decision, which once again deprives its supporters of the possibility of accompanying their team to an official away match. "Olympique" reaffirms its unwavering commitment to ensuring that its supporters can watch the club in an organized and safe environment everywhere, both in France and abroad.

In this regard, "Olympique Marseille" would like to emphasize that "Paris FC" supporters were allowed to travel to and attend the first leg match played at the "Stade Orange Velodrome" last August, and no incidents or disturbances were reported. Therefore, the club questions the lack of reciprocity regarding the match to be held this Saturday.

Football cannot exist without supporters, and their presence in the stadium is an integral part of the spirit of the sport. The repeated restrictions on their travels are concerning because they can undermine the values that football should embody - passion, vibrancy, fairness, and a sense of unity around the game.

Confident that rational and proportionate solutions can be found, "Olympique Marseille" football club has filed an appeal requesting a review of this decision and allowing its supporters to travel.
The club intends to use all available legal means to defend this fundamental principle and continue to represent the interests of its supporters.

"Olympique" calls on all stakeholders to act responsibly and, as always, is ready to cooperate closely with the relevant authorities to ensure the safety of everyone," the Provence club's statement reads.