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Refereeing Directorate Confirms Validity of OL Penalty Against Paris FC

July 11, 2026Carlos Mendoza1 мин

The refereeing directorate officially confirmed on Tuesday the validity of the controversial penalty awarded to Olympique Lyonnais during their recent match against Paris FC. This crucial spot-kick, successfully converted by Corentin Tolisso in stoppage time during the 25th round of Ligue 1, allowed OL to secure a 1-1 draw last Sunday.

The decision to award the penalty had generated significant discussion and debate following the fixture, with fans and commentators alike scrutinizing the call. However, after a thorough review, the authority responsible for refereeing decisions has now officially deemed the initial call to be correct. This confirmation aims to settle the dispute surrounding the late-game incident that saw Lyon equalize against their opponents.