Joe Montemurro, the women’s Olympique Lyonnais coach, expressed some frustration following the draw (2-2) against Paris FC, although he was not alarmed. He stressed that this result, although not catastrophic, should serve as a warning signal for the team, encouraging them to redouble their efforts and maintain an optimal level of concentration, particularly in the run-up to the semifinal against Arsenal. The coach acknowledged that the management of the game can be influenced by the lack of direct pressure on the result, a situation that can be both beneficial and counterproductive, and stressed the need for the team to always give the best of itself.

The coach also addressed individual performances, recognizing the difficulty of fully assessing the effort of the players, some having returned from the international truce with notable fatigue. However, he firmly rejected any excuse, insisting that the team is responsible for the performance and that a tribute must be paid to Paris FC, which has been able to exploit the Lyon loopholes. The accumulation of technical errors, considered unusual, was attributed to a mixture of factors, including potential fatigue, without justifying the final result.

Finally, Joe Montemurro referred to the situation of Damaris Egurrola, replaced as a precautionary measure following a shock, and concluded by saying that this draw is a necessary warning to strengthen the mentality and attitude of the team, especially in an environment where comfort can generate complacency. He sees this event as an opportunity to raise the level of play and preparation before the important appointment against Arsenal.