The FC Nantes will begin their Ligue 2 campaign without spectators at the Stade de la Beaujoire. The disciplinary panel of the French Football League (LFP) handed down the decision after Nantes supporters invaded the pitch in protest during the final moments of their 0-0 draw with Toulouse on May 17.
The committee confirmed the match result as final at the point of abandonment, meaning Toulouse take the point from the goalless draw. While Nantes avoided point deductions, they face a one-match stadium ban and the closure of the Loire stand for two additional fixtures.
The incident occurred as Nantes confirmed relegation to Ligue 2 following their defeat. Fans expressed their frustration by storming the pitch, forcing referee intervention to halt the game prematurely.
