The RC Lens - OL match, scheduled for Saturday at 5:00 p.m. at the Bollaert Stadium, promises to be a flagship event on the first day of Ligue 1. This meeting took on a particular dimension for Pierre Sage, who returned to his former Lyon club, now led by Paulo Fonseca, a coach who also spent time in Lille. The confrontation between the two men, former colleagues, arouses a certain interest and is eagerly awaited by the supporters of the two teams.

Paulo Fonseca, at a press conference, approached the prospect of this match with a mixture of respect and pragmatism. He stressed that it was not a personal confrontation between him and Pierre Sage, but rather a duel between two teams seeking victory. Although he acknowledged the quality of Pierre Sage’s work in Lyon and his personal appreciation for him, Fonseca stressed the importance of tactical analysis and preparation specific to each opponent.

Fonseca also expressed his understanding of Pierre Sage’s feelings, while emphasizing the competitive nature of the coaching profession. He said that, despite their common past, the two men will respect each other in the field and will both strive to win. This statement shows a professional attitude and a willingness to leave emotions aside to focus on the sporting result.