Olympique Lyonnais prepares for a major match, the quarter-final return of the Europa League against Manchester United, where coach Paulo Fonseca anticipates a very high-level confrontation. He stresses the importance of this game for the Red Devils, considering that they will invest all their energy and resources in this meeting, which may well determine the course of their season. He acknowledged the strength and stature of the club, while noting a significant transformation in their performance when they were in the European competition.

In stressing the quality of the opposing team, Mr Fonseca stressed the need for OL to believe that he would face the optimal version of Manchester United. He highlights the presence of talented players and the consistent performance of the English team in the Europa League, stressing that she has demonstrated her ability to stand out. This conviction is essential to prepare the Lyon team for a demanding challenge.

Finally, the Lyon coach expresses a mixture of apprehension and honor about the idea of evolving on the mythical field of Old Trafford. While the advantage of the field is undeniably in favour of Manchester United, he sees this opportunity as a privilege for Olympique Lyonnais, and a testimony of the stature of the French club on the European stage. The game is scheduled for 17 April 2025 at 9 p.m., under the arbitration of S. Schärer.