Hooligans Halt Ligue 1 Match, Marring Coach's Farewell

The final 34th round of France's Ligue 1 was expected to deliver high drama, with the battle from the bottom to the fringes of the top spots being incredibly tight. Only two matches had no bearing on the crucial positions in the overall standings, yet one of them saw unexpected tension erupt.

The match between Nantes and Toulouse was suspended in the 22nd minute after fans in the stands crossed the line of acceptable behavior. They clashed with law enforcement, began throwing objects onto the pitch, and subsequently invaded the field. The most extreme ultras even reached the touchline, where both team benches are located.

This hooliganism was a harsh blow for 74-year-old Vahid Halilhodžić, who was set to manage his final match.