Ligue 2: AS Saint-Étienne's Kop Sud closed until 2026

AS Saint-Étienne must play without its Kop Sud until 2026. This decision was made by Ligue 2 after incidents occurred during a match.

What happened?

AS Saint-Étienne's Kop Sud was closed after trouble broke out during a Ligue 2 match. AS Saint-Étienne supporters were involved in incidents that led to this sanction.

Why does this matter for AS Saint-Étienne?

This sanction will have a significant impact on the club and its fans. AS Saint-Étienne must play without its Kop Sud, meaning supporters cannot attend matches in this part of the stadium.

What comes next?

AS Saint-Étienne must find solutions to resolve this issue. The club must work with authorities to implement security measures that will allow the Kop Sud to reopen.