During the 32nd minute of the OM-PSG match, which ended in a 1-2 victory for PSG, Timothy Weah appeared to be in trouble after an offside tackle by a Marseille player on Nuno Mendes. Referee M. Letexier initially showed a red card, but quickly corrected himself, realizing he had mixed up his equipment. The incident was captured by Ligue1+'s camera and microphone, and the referee offered a cordial apology to the Marseille captain, acknowledging the confusion. Weah, who had been shown a yellow card for the tackle, responded with a brief apology, saying, "Excusez-moi pour la frayeur," and admitted that the Marseille player had made a mistake.
In the exchange, Weah defended his actions, saying, "I know it's dangerous, but he is stepping on my foot," and added, "In your position, you are taking too many risks by being behind." Referee Letexier responded, "I agree, but he is stepping on me," and Weah insisted before returning to his position without protest. The referee noted that his video assistant referee (VAR) confirmed his initial decision, but Weah disagreed, saying, "You have no argument in this situation." Despite this close call, Weah did not leave the field at that moment.
Later in the match, during the 77th minute, Weah received a second yellow card for wrapping his arms around Nuno Mendes. The referee explained the decision on Ligue1+ broadcast, stating, "It is extremely clear, M. Weah, you are with both arms around," and confirmed that the yellow card was valid. Weah attempted to protest, supported by teammate Neal Maupay, who remarked, "You never take away second yellows."
The referee responded with a calm and light-hearted tone, saying, "Yes, now, M. Maupay, we do take them away. Just for your information, second yellows can also be taken away." Maupay replied with a humorous challenge, prompting laughter from the referee. However, Letexier clarified, "Well, no, because this one is valid. I won't take it away, I take them away when they are not valid." The moment highlighted the tension and humor that can arise in high-pressure football matches.
Marseille's Weah Red Card Mistakenly Shown, Later Corrected Before Second Yellow in Ligue 1 Match
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