Millas Sanctions: Players Face Lengthy Bans After Football Violence

Millas, a rugby club competing in the Fédérale 3 league, faces a precarious future following heavy sanctions imposed by the French Rugby Federation (FFR) after incidents during a match against Vendres a month ago. The sanctions, announced on March 23, 2026, include significant point deductions and lengthy suspensions for multiple players and a coach, casting doubt on the club’s ability to avoid relegation.

The FFR’s disciplinary action stems from a match against Vendres that was halted due to escalating tensions. The US Millas has lost four points in the league standings and been ordered to pay a fine of €3,000. However, the sporting sanctions are particularly severe. Laurent Bosch, the club’s coach and a player, has been suspended for five matches, despite his claim of being on the bench and uninvolved in the incidents. “I didn’t do anything, I was on the bench at the time!” Bosch stated, according to reports.

Several players have likewise received substantial suspensions. Captain Le Gal faces a nine-match ban for an alleged punch, even as Hugo Maincent will be sidelined for ten matches. The most significant penalty, however, has been levied against Jonathan Suro, who has been suspended for a total of 52 matches – roughly equivalent to three years – for allegedly directing insults at an official. At 36 years old, Suro’s career is potentially in jeopardy, as he may not be able to play again before reaching the age of 39.

As of March 22, 2026, Millas sits in tenth place in the Fédérale 3 – poule 7 standings with 26 points, according to official league results. Their recent form has been poor, losing 20-10 to Sète on March 22nd, and previously losing to Sigean (30-21) on March 1st, and Vendres Lespignan (26-0) on February 15th. The club’s current standing and the recent sanctions have made their maintenance in the league “hypothetical,” according to reports.

Millas is scheduled to play Jeunesse Sportive Illiberienne / Latour / Theza on March 29, 2026, and Sporting Club Appameen on April 5, 2026. The outcome of these matches, coupled with the impact of the player suspensions, will be critical in determining the club’s fate.