Lens fans send strong message to PSG president with anti-Ligue 1 banner
Supporters of RC Lens expressed their frustration during the match against Paris Saint-Germain by unfurling a provocative banner aimed directly at PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaïfi
The fans of RC Lens made their displeasure known loud and clear during Wednesday evening’s fixture against Paris Saint-Germain at the Stade Bollaert-Delelis. As the match kicked off, a large banner was unfurled in the stands that left no one in doubt about their feelings toward the PSG president.
The message was stark and uncompromising: «Nasser is killing Ligue 1». The protest came in response to the controversial decision to postpone the match, which Paris Saint-Germain had requested to better prepare for their upcoming UEFA Champions League quarter-final clash with Liverpool.
While PSG secured a comfortable 2-0 first-leg victory over Liverpool, the postponement of the Ligue 1 fixture has fueled tensions among Lens supporters. The club had urged for the game to be rescheduled, but the league ultimately denied the request, leading to frustration among the fans.
If PSG avoid defeat in tonight’s clash at Bollaert-Delelis, they will officially be crowned champions of France. The atmosphere was already electric before the banner made its appearance, with supporters voicing their opposition to what they perceive as PSG’s disproportionate influence over French football’s top flight.