Metz vs Lyon abandoned after firecracker incident

The Ligue 1 game between Metz and Olympique Lyonnais was abandoned on Saturday after firecrackers were thrown on to the pitch, requiring visiting keeper Anthony Lopes to be treated in hospital. Referee Lionel Jaffredo sent both teams back to the dressing room after the 31st-minute incident, and the match was abandoned more than 45 minutes later. "Public authorities have taken the decision, in agreement with the match delegate and the referee, to call off the game," the French League (LFP) said i