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Seven-time French champions Lyon relegated to Ligue 2 over financial problems

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  • November’s provisional relegation upheld by DNCG

  • Decision comes despite recent sales of key players

Lyon have been relegated to Ligue 2 after failing to convince authorities they have resolved their financial difficulties.

The seven-time French champions were hit with a provisional relegation in November after racking up massive debts, and although they have since sold a number of first-team players, French football watchdog the DNCG upheld the relegation following meetings on Tuesday.

Continue reading…November’s provisional relegation upheld by DNCGDecision comes despite recent sales of key playersLyon have been relegated to Ligue 2 after failing to convince authorities they have resolved their financial difficulties.The seven-time French champions were hit with a provisional relegation in November after racking up massive debts, and although they have since sold a number of first-team players, French football watchdog the DNCG upheld the relegation following meetings on Tuesday. Continue reading…