PSG Fans' Homophobic Chants Condemned by LFP Amid Growing Concerns Over Stadium Violence
October 21, 2024Montarnier also recounted being insulted for asking fellow supporters to stop the homophobic chants, illustrating the group pressure faced by individuals in such situations.
The government has acknowledged the LFP's condemnation of the chants and its referral to the disciplinary commission for further action.
Politicians, including the Minister of Sports, have also condemned the homophobic chants, highlighting the seriousness of the issue.
This incident follows a pattern, as PSG faced disciplinary action last year for similar homophobic chants, resulting in the closure of the Auteuil stand for one match.
Recent matches have shown that little has changed regarding such chants in French football stadiums, indicating ongoing issues with homophobia in the sport.
Despite the stadium announcer's attempts to intervene twice and stop the chants, the supporters continued to sing, facing jeers from the crowd.
The homophobic chants were directed at Olympique de Marseille, PSG's upcoming opponent, ahead of their match scheduled for October 27.
Minister of the Interior Bruno Retailleau has emphasized the urgent need to address violence and homophobia in football, marking it as a significant challenge.
In response to the incidents, PSG reaffirmed its commitment to combat discrimination, including homophobia, and promised to create a respectful and safe environment for all supporters.
On October 20, 2024, the Ligue de Football Professionnel (LFP) condemned homophobic chants by Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) supporters during a Ligue 1 match against RC Strasbourg.
These chants, predominantly sung by the Ultras from the Auteuil stand, lasted for about ten minutes and were echoed by a significant portion of the crowd at Parc des Princes.
Jean-Baptiste Montarnier, a PSG season ticket holder and president of the LGBT+ supporter association Bleus et Fiers, reported feeling personally attacked by the chants.
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French football league condemns homophobic chants at PSG match