Fabio Grosso was sent off for a brawl with an opponent during tonight’s 2-2 draw with Caen.
The Olympique Lyonnais defender was already on a booking for a tough tackle on Yoann Gouffran.
Something was said between them as they went into the players’ tunnel for half-time, as Grosso slapped Gouffran in sight of the referee.
A red card was inevitable and it is likely the World Cup winner will face a lengthy ban from Ligue 1.
Lyon were losing 2-1 on home turf at the time, but fought back to draw 2-2 and maintain their lead at the top of the table.
The club is four points clear of Girondin Bordeaux and on track for a seventh consecutive title.
