Midfielder Rayan Cherkine continued to be surprised by his performances this season, performing a memorable act in the recent match against Manchester United. By marking the goal of equalisation at the 95th minute, it enabled the club to reach a historic milestone: the 1000th goal of the Lyons Olympic team, men and women combined, in European competitions. This achievement, the result of the talent of a player from the Academy, not only allowed the club to preserve its hopes in the Europa League, but also engraved its name in the annals of Lyon history.

This remarkable achievement is part of a prestigious lineup, joining the names of emblematic female and male football figures like Wendie Renard, Ada Hegerberg and Djila Diarra. These players, among many others, have helped build this rich tradition of goals in European competition, symbolizing the power and influence of the Lyon club on the continental stage. Their collective contribution testifies to the commitment and talent that characterize the Red and Blue team.

The achievement of this significant threshold paves the way for new summits. The club will potentially be able to surpass this 1,000-goal mark in the game back to Old Trafford, or in the Women’s Champions League matches against Arsenal. This perspective illustrates the constant ambition of Olympique Lyonnais and its incessant quest for success in Europe.