Title: Wendie Renard: A career marked by routing and recognition

Wendie Renard, from Martinique, has travelled a long way from her debut to her 500th match with Olympique Lyonnais (OL). In a recent interview, she spoke about the highlights of her career and the people who had a significant influence on her.

The player stated that her journey was not always easy, but that she had succeeded in achieving her goals through the determination and support of her coaches and those around her. She highlighted the importance of Farid Benstiti, who gave him his chance, as well as Patrice Lair and Gérard Prêcher, his first three OL coaches.

Wendie Renard also praised the contributions of several talented players with whom she has evolved, such as Lotta Schelin, Katia Da Silva, Shirley Cruz, Camille Abily, Louisa Necib and Sonia Bompastor. She emphasized their influence on her own career and the importance of sharing knowledge among players.

When questioned about the possibility of becoming a coach after his career, Wendie Renard expressed interest in this perspective. She acknowledged that she had always enjoyed sharing her knowledge with others and that this could be a natural continuation of her career.

The captain of OL and the French team attributed her leadership to natural factors and acquired over time. She stressed the importance of being yourself, working hard and adapting to teammates to maintain a healthy environment in the changing room.

Wendie Renard also mentioned the games that marked her career, including the first win in the Champions League, the 2017 final against Wolfsburg and the match against Paris Saint-Germain last year. She also mentioned difficult times, such as defeating the PSG after the Covid-19 and loss against Arsenal at home.

The player said her current goal was to continue winning titles with OL and to achieve the 10 wins in Champions League. She also expressed her desire to become the most caped player in the club’s history, but stressed that the collective aspect is predominant over her own achievements.

Finally, Wendie Renard paid tribute to Jean-Michel Aulas, OL President, for his support and contribution to his career. She stressed her commitment to gender equality in football and her role in creating a professional structure for female players.