Olympique Lyonnais strengthened his position in the standings by placing himself on the AJ Auxerre field (1-3), a victory that is part of a positive dynamic also observed among the competitors, namely Lille, victorious in Toulouse. Thanks to this performance, OL now ranks fourth, just ahead of LOSC, and is close to OM and AS Monaco, respectively in third and second place. This is evidence of an intense fight for qualifying places in the Champions League, where each match is of paramount importance.

The game philosophy and the emphasis on the necessity of victory, embodied by the adage “you are not paid to play, you are paid to win”, seem to have crossed borders and clubs. Jorge Maciel, OL’s assistant coach, reiterated this maxim after the meeting against Auxerre, stressing the need to restore a victory-oriented state of mind. His comments, with some resonance with the directives of Olivier Létang, president of LOSC, reveal a convergence of approaches in the management of professional teams.

Jorge Maciel’s experience in Lille, notably in the team led by Christophe Galtier during the winning season of 2021, is undeniably formative. His journey, although marked by a difficult passage in Valenciennes, illustrates the importance of learning and adaptation in the world of professional football. It is clear that Lille’s legacy continues to influence strategies and mentalities within Olympique Lyonnais, thus contributing to an increasingly fierce competition at the top of the championship.