"It Was Shocking": Referee Hit by Fonseca Breaks Silence Amid Scandal

On Sunday, an unprecedented scandal erupted as Lyon's head coach Paulo Fonseca headbutted referee Benoit Millot, now facing the threat of a lengthy suspension. The referee himself does not hide his emotions regarding Fonseca's behavior.

Details: Millot revealed that he hadn't even had the chance to announce his decision before facing the wrath of the Portuguese coach. Such behavior was shocking to him.

Quote: "It kept getting out of control. He became even more tense, essentially trying to strike. A headbutt. I hadn't even had the chance to announce the final decision, which turned out to be not awarding a penalty.

There seemed to be a slight touch of the nose, to be precise. It was shocking. He rushed at me with a threatening demeanor. We cannot tolerate such behavior," Millot told L'Equipe.

Reminder: Earlier it was reported that Fonseca faces a potential seven-month suspension for headbutting Millot.