Alexandre Lacazette has been handed a two-game suspension by the Disciplinary Committee of the LFP.

  • Alexandre Lacazette has been suspended for two games following a foul on Téji Savanier during Lyon’s match against Montpellier.
  • Lyon now faces critical matches against Nice and PSG without their key forward.
  • The suspension adds to Lyon’s difficulties in Ligue 1, where they currently sit in the relegation spots.

 

Lyon's French forward #10 Alexandre Lacazette (C) leaves the pitch after receiving a red card during the French L1 football match between Olympique Lyonnais (OL) and Montpellier HSC (MHSC) at The Groupama Stadium in Decines-Charpieu, central-eastern France on August 19, 2023. (Photo by JEFF PACHOUD/AFP via Getty Images)
Lyon’s French forward #10 Alexandre Lacazette (C) leaves the pitch after receiving a red card during the French L1 football match between Olympique Lyonnais (OL) and Montpellier HSC (MHSC) at The Groupama Stadium in Decines-Charpieu, central-eastern France on August 19, 2023. (Photo by JEFF PACHOUD/AFP via Getty Images)

Alexandre Lacazette has been suspended for two Ligue 1 matches. The decision was announced by the Disciplinary Committee of the LFP on Wednesday, following an incident during Lyon’s 1-4 loss against Montpellier.

During the match, Lacazette committed a foul on Montpellier’s Téji Savanier that many considered reckless.

While some observers opined that a yellow card would have sufficed, the disciplinary body imposed a three-game suspension, with one suspended, for what was perceived as an ugly challenge.

The absence of Lacazette, the second top scorer in Lyon’s history, will be felt in the upcoming matches against Nice and PSG.

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These encounters are considered crucial as Lyon seeks to recover from a challenging start to the championship under manager Laurent Blanc.

The suspension further adds to Lyon’s troubles, who are currently positioned second from last in Ligue 1 just two games into the season with two defeats and a minus four goal difference. The absence of such a key figure will be a significant blow to the team.

Lyon's French forward #10 Alexandre Lacazette reacts during the French L1 football match between Olympique Lyonnais (OL) and Montpellier Herault Sport Club (Montpellier Herault SC) at The Groupama Stadium in Decines-Charpieu, central-eastern France on August 19, 2023. (Photo by JEFF PACHOUD/AFP via Getty Images)
Lyon’s French forward #10 Alexandre Lacazette reacts during the French L1 football match between Olympique Lyonnais (OL) and Montpellier Herault Sport Club (Montpellier Herault SC) at The Groupama Stadium in Decines-Charpieu, central-eastern France on August 19, 2023. (Photo by JEFF PACHOUD/AFP via Getty Images)

Lyon’s supporters, already disheartened by the team’s performance, may find this suspension to be an added disappointment in what has been a turbulent summer for the club.

The recent setback against Montpellier, which included Lacazette’s foul, has only exacerbated the concerns surrounding the team’s potential to succeed this season.

In a statement regarding the suspension, Lyon’s management expressed their commitment to working around Lacazette’s absence and focusing on the upcoming games. The ability of the team to adjust and deliver results without their star striker will undoubtedly be a critical aspect to watch in the coming weeks.

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