Lyon, France – Olympique Lyonnais is navigating a complex season following the departures of key players Alexandre Lacazette adn Georges Mikautadze. While the club secured Martin Satriano as a potential replacement, an unexpected element is playing a crucial role in their offensive output: own goals by opposing teams.

Currently positioned tenth in the Ligue 1 attack rankings with thirteen goals, Olympique Lyonnais has demonstrated remarkable defensive resilience, with the exception of a recent setback against Nice. The team’s offensive struggles are highlighted by the fact that Sulc and Tolisso currently lead the scoring charts in all competitions, surpassing the expectations placed on new arrival, Martin Satriano.

The Unexpected Scoring Surge

Despite Satriano’s difficulties finding the net – with only one goal to his name – Olympique Lyonnais is benefitting from a surprising source of goals. Opponents have inadvertently contributed to Lyon’s scoreline, most recently during last Sunday’s match against Strasbourg when Doukouré scored into his own net, leveling the game after Panichelli had given Strasbourg the lead.

Statistical analysis reveals a longstanding pattern. According to data from Stats Football, Olympique lyonnais has accumulated a remarkable 132 own goals throughout its history. This remarkable figure places the club’s “CSC” (coup de Son camp – own goal) as the fourth-highest scorer for the team, tied with the legendary Serge chiesa at 132 goals. While still short of Fleury Di Nallo’s record of 222 goals, the frequency of own goals significantly impacts Lyon’s overall results.

This phenomenon suggests that Olympique Lyonnais’s playing style creates significant pressure on opposing defenses, leading to errors that result in own goals. The club is hoping to replicate this impact in their upcoming match against paris FC this Wednesday, aiming for a victory without relying on this unusual advantage.

Did You Know? Own goals are officially credited to the opposing team, making them a unique contributor to a club’s scoring statistics.

Pro Tip: Pressure on the opposing team is a key element of accomplished attacking play.creating situations that force errors can be as effective as direct attacks.

Player/Source Goals
Fleury Di Nallo 222
Serge Chiesa 132
Own Goals (CSC) 132
Sulc & Tolisso (Combined) 15+ (ongoing Season)