The Olympique Lyonnais (OL) club is about to face RC Lens in a Ligue 1 game that marks a new start for the team. After a period of financial uncertainty and an administrative demotion finally cancelled, the club experienced significant changes in its workforce, with six new recruits and eleven departures. The new coach, Paulo Fonseca, expresses his confidence in the current group, highlighting the balance and will of young players. He aims to adopt a more offensive and aggressive style in this first game of the season.

The episode of the administrative demotion was particularly challenging for the players, especially for Captain Corentin Tolisso. He confessed his concern about this uncertain situation, but stressed that this event strengthened the team’s cohesion. Despite rumours of transfers, especially from the Middle East, Tolisso remains focused on OL and is delighted to start the season with its training club. He is determined to give the best of himself and play an important role in the upcoming World Cup.

The arrival of Paulo Fonseca and the new leadership brought additional calm and organization to the club, allowing players to focus on their work. Fonseca, while recognizing the importance of the experience of players like Pierre Sage, emphasizes the potential of his current team and the need to choose the right time to integrate young talent. He is convinced that OL can make a good match against Lens and that they are ready to meet the challenges of this new season.