Following the victory of Olympique Lyonnais against AJ Auxerre this Sunday, on the 29th day of Ligue 1, Jorge Maciel, leader of OL, expressed his satisfaction. He stressed that this victory, acquired with some control on the opposing field (1-3), was of paramount importance beyond the mere sporting result. The main objective, in his words, was to convey a clear and strong signal to the other teams in the race for the qualification in the Champions League, thus demonstrating the determination and ability of Olympique Lyonnais to stand out.

Mr. Maciel insisted on the consistency and maturity displayed by his players throughout the game. He recognized a balanced start to the match, but stressed that the most convincing opportunities had come at Olympique Lyonnais. He also highlighted a significant change in the team’s attitude and performance since the resumption of the competitions, characterized by a desire to maintain intensity until the final whistle. During the break, minor tactical adjustments were made to optimize collective performance, although the third goal, according to him, occurred late, making workforce management more difficult.

Finally, the leader shared the content of his speech at half-time, focusing on the need for an increased presence in the offensive compartment. He praised the dynamism and power of the team, which made it possible to put the opposing defense in difficulty, as well as the constant pressure exerted on the AJ Auxerre. While acknowledging the importance of the results, Maciel affirmed that the spirit of victory remains paramount, and reiterated the importance of projecting an image of strength and confidence, stressing that few teams manage to win Auxerre with such domination.