On the eve of the Rhone-Loire derby between Lyon and Saint-Etienne, a number of pictures emerged on Facebook, showing the pitch at Parc OL painted in red.
Of course, this was a photoshopped image as part of a digital communication campaign from one of Lyon’s sponsors, but it also served to inflame tensions ahead of the fixture, with the idea being to eradicate any hint of green – Saint-Etienne’s famous colours – before the match.
Adequat, who are Lyon’s sleeve sponsor this season, have been perceived to be mocking the travelling club for not having any supporters allowed in the stadium.