Following the victory against AJ Auxerre on the twenty-ninth day of Ligue 1, Georges Mikautadze expressed the intention of Olympique Lyonnais to continue on the same track during the next trip to Old Trafford. The Lyon team was able to control the game against AJ Auxerre, demonstrating tactical control and offensive efficiency that suggest a similar approach in the upcoming confrontation. The attacker highlights the pleasure players take from this offensive game and the ambition to replicate this dynamic during the crucial match against Manchester United.

The team’s spirit is positive, reinforced by fourth place in the rankings and the qualification objective for the Champions League. Georges Mikautadze insists on the role of the coach in learning this beautiful game, an intensive work implemented in training. He also evokes the anecdote of penalty, highlighting the collaboration and respect between the players, illustrated by the exchange with Lacazette. Although he suffered a slight bruise on his shoulder at the end of the game, the attacker generally feels in good physical and mental condition.

Finally, Mikautadze describes his role on the side as requiring adaptation, recognizing that this positioning is not his preferred game configuration. Nevertheless, he was willing to contribute to the collective effort, both defensively and offensively. The objective displayed by Olympique Lyonnais is clear: to reproduce the level of play observed during the match against AJ Auxerre and to tackle the match at Old Trafford with the firm intention to win and win the qualification.