Patrick EVRA historic record – became the first player to be sent off before kick-off in a Europa League match.

Marseille to investigate what occurred between Patrice Evra and a fan before the club’s Europa League fixture at Estádio D. Afonso Henriques, Portugal.

The former Manchester United left full-back Patrice Evra was booked before kick-off for kicking a club supporter. The French who is currently under pressure to make any meaningful impact this season – would be in Europa black book as the first player to be red carded before a Europa League match after lashing out at a supporter, having been confronted by lather – sources gather the fan is believed to be supporting Marseille Football club.

In a statement released afterwards, Marseille said: “Olympique de Marseille has confirmed the incident between Patrice EVRA and a fan at the warm-up of players before the match against Guimaraes. “An internal investigation was carried out to establish all responsible. “It is believed that a professional player must keep it calm at any level of provocations and insults as hard and unjustified as they are. “The club has also condemned by definition any destructive behaviour by a ‘pseudo supporter’ who engage his own players hardly when everyone must instead support his team.” Evra has made 10 appearances in all competitions this season, while the 36-year-old has featured in four of Marseille’s 11 Ligue 1 fixture so far.