Bixente Lizarazu has responded to the decision of the French Football Federation (FFF) not to sanction Patrice Evra with a brief comment: “I’m not surprised.” The two former players had engaged in a public spat following remarks made by Lizarazu about Evra in a television interview. Lizarazu’s concise response suggests a desire to avoid further controversies and maintain a level of calmness among former and current players. The FFF’s decision not to impose sanctions has concluded the matter for the time being.