In the wake of a draw against Manchester United, Olympique Lyonnais is preparing to face the A.S. Auxerre next Sunday. In order to optimize the physical recovery of its players, the manager Paulo Fonseca took the decision to modify the usual protocol by moving the team to Burgundy this Saturday. This strategic approach comes in a context where offensive options will be considerably reduced compared to the previous match, especially due to the unavailability of Enzo Molebaesuffre, who was physically injured. The rotations within the attack should therefore concentrate mainly on the Lacazette-Mikautadze duo, while the physical condition of Thiago Almada and Rayan Cherki remains uncertain.

The lack of postponement of the match against Auxerre, contrary to the decision taken by Paris Saint-Germain against FC Nantes, raises questions as to the ability of the team to overcome the difficulties encountered. Paulo Fonseca justified this choice by stressing the willingness to maintain a steady pace and minimizing the impact of a postponement on the team’s preparation. He said that the accumulation of games, while demanding, is a reality that players are used to, and that a prolonged break could even prove more harmful. The management of rest periods and care is therefore preferred, with a view to continuous performance.

To promote optimal recovery, Olympique Lyonnais will stay in Yonne from this Saturday night, breaking with the usual practice of taking the road on the day of the match. This initiative aims to control nutrition, sleep and medical care more effectively, in order to ensure the presence of the team on the lawn of Abbé Deschamps in the best possible conditions. The manager stressed the importance of this approach to preserve the physical condition of the players and maximize their chances of success against the Auxerre A.S.