During the Lyon-Lorient match, referee Benoît Bastien made history by explaining live to spectators, through the use of audio communication, why a penalty was not awarded to Lorient during a specific play. This marked a significant first in Ligue 1, offering unprecedented transparency in refereeing decisions.
English Translation:
During the Lyon-Lorient match, referee Benoît Bastien made history by explaining live to spectators, through the use of audio communication, why a penalty was not awarded to Lorient during a specific play. This marked a significant first in Ligue 1, offering unprecedented transparency in refereeing decisions.
