SHOCKING scenes played out in France as TEAR GAS was thrown onto the pitch during a Ligue 1 game.
The clash between Toulouse and Montpellier was overshadowed as fans from within the away stand threw tear gas onto the pitch in the second half.
Shocking scenes in France.
The Ligue 1 match between Toulouse and Montpellier has been momentarily halted, reportedly due to the release of tear gas on the pitch. pic.twitter.com/R6l21tfNgj
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The gas left players unable to breathe and scratching at their eyes as the ugly scenes played out around the 57th minute mark.
Play was suspended until the incident was cleared up, seeing a 15-minute wait in proceedings for those viewing the game.
Hosts Toulouse were already winning 4-1 when the delay was triggered.
And following the resumption of play Montpellier did manage to cut the deficit by one goal, while Toulouse saw Mikkel Desler sent off for a second bookable offence.
The events in France follow on from a tragic incident which played out in Indonesia.
Riots after a game between Arema FC and derby rivals Persebaya Surabaya at Kanjuruhan Stadium left at least 125 people dead.
A pitch invasion had ensued following the game, with riot police using batons and tear gas to try and regain control.
Harrowing footage showed out-of-control spectators climbing over fences as they tried to escape the smoke.
Responding to the tragic events FIFA President Gianni Infantino said: "This is a dark day for all involved in football and a tragedy beyond comprehension.
"I extend my deepest condolences to the families and friends of the victims who lost their lives following this tragic incident."
