2023-09-04 05:51:15
“We are at our lowest”, Tolisso is sounding the alarm
Corentin Tolisso: “To be last? We saw it more than badly, we had a catastrophic month of August. We are at our lowest, we have to take refuge in work. We have two weeks to prepare. We have few players selected so we will therefore have a fairly complete group to be able to work, see what is wrong and try to change the dynamic, because we cannot stay like this.
Rough return to Lyon for the neo-Parisian Barcola
As he could probably expect, Bradley Barcola, a defector from OL, received an icy welcome from Groupama Stadium for his return to PSG colors on Sunday evening in Ligue 1.
>> Whistles, boos, insults, banners … tough return to Lyon for the neo-Parisian Barcola
‘Absolutely delighted’ to be at the club, Luis Enrique wants to ‘stay a long time’
Luis Enrique spoke of his desire to “stay a long time” at the club, compared to fairly quick passages for his predecessors. “I have a very big team and being the coach of a very big team is difficult. We have seen that the previous coaches (of PSG) did not necessarily stay very long but what I want is to stay a long time. in this club”, released Luis Enrique in a press conference, declaring himself “absolutely delighted”.
>> All statements by Luis Enrique
“It’s just that the project takes a little time to start”, Cucci refutes the idea of a “sports crisis”
Executive President of OL, Santiago Cucci refuses to speak of a “sporting crisis” after Les Gones’ home defeat on Sunday evening (4-1) against PSG. The manager also took the opportunity to tackle Jean-Michel Aulas.
“We are in the hard but I do not believe that there is a sporting crisis it’s just that the project takes a little time to start for a lot of reasons and non-sporting subjects that we have managed. is not an excuse. This week was still a circus. We talked about a lot of things but not necessarily about sport”, said Cucci in front of the press.
>> Find all of Santiago Cucci’s comments here
The president of the CUP attacks Ekitike (and a little Draxler)
Romain Mabille, president of Collectif Ultras Paris (CUP), posted a message for Hugo Ekitike. Pushed towards the exit – in particular to facilitate the arrival of Randal Kolo Muani – the former Rémois finally remains in Paris, as RMC Sport revealed before the transfer window closed.
“Incomprehensible. You know that we are not counting on you, that you are not going to play, but you are ready to sacrifice a year and put a spoke in the wheels of your club, he writes. Afterwards, some will be surprised that ‘he gets hissed. Same way Draxler does.’
The story of the president of the CUP on Hugo Ekitike, September 3, 2023 © Instagram
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Elected captain by his teammates, Marquinhos talks about his pride
Marquinhos in the mixed zone: “We don’t quite have the face the coach wants yet, but we’re making good progress. He’s very demanding with us, very tough, we still have a lot of things to improve. We have to value this result here, regardless of the opponent, we know that Lyon-PSG is a shock. But the coach tells us, we have a lot of room for improvement.”
“A philosophy is set up: to have the ball, to want the ball, he wants a more aggressive team without the ball. When we have the ball, there is pleasure, with the players we have. We understand each other from more and more, we understand more and more the philosophy, the way of playing, of defending. We are on the right path.”
“The armband? It has a special flavor. When your teammates choose you as team captain, it means a lot. Everything I do, I don’t do it for the cameras. Everything I do is is for my teammates, it’s for the club, to take it in the right direction. We make mistakes like everyone else but we don’t hide, we keep moving forward, working together to the club. That’s what my teammates see in me and I think that’s also why they chose me, for the spirit, for the attitude, always thinking about the collective. And It’s really nice to be chosen as captain by his teammates.”
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Blanc on Prime Video: “fans are entitled to be disappointed”
“Yes I saw the banner. The fans are entitled to be disappointed. Against the team, the coach, the technical staff… But I think that in our situation, there is not only one person in charge. Everyone is in charge.”
Blanc on Prime Video: “I think so, the worst has happened”
“I think so, the worst has happened. We knew that this PSG team was in good shape, gaining confidence after their match against Lens. I think that like against Montpellier, we helped them get into the game. If the opponent you give him a welcome gift, it becomes complicated. Defending is not our first quality, being grouped together in front of our box is not our first quality, but in the first five minutes, we is killed the game.”
“At the moment, in the period we are in, we are maybe too ambitious in the game. It’s not for lack of saying that in the first 5-10 minutes you shouldn’t take too many risks, give the stick to get beaten. Despite that, we are not attentive.”
“There is no good or bad period (with the international break). When you concede four goals at home, with your second consecutive defeat at home, it’s hard. But at least it will allow us to recover some players who were injured and integrate new young players. We will be able to work, we have planned friendly matches but we will have to analyze tonight’s match well. The goal is not to overwhelm anyone. whatever, but to tell the truth. When you are not aware that there is a problem, you cannot solve it. I warned my players that we will have exchanges, and it will be necessary to be very true , tell each other things.”
Mbappé’s message to Barcola
On Instagram, in story, Kylian Mbappé posted a photo of Bradley Barcola with the caption: “One of us”. No doubt a reaction to the bronca received by the young striker, who left OL this week for PSG.
Kylian Mbappé’s story on Bradley Barcola, September 3, 2023 © Instagram Mbappé
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Lopes’ strong words on OL’s “catastrophic month of August”
Anthony Lopes on Prime Video: “We had a pretty chaotic first half. It’s unacceptable, we didn’t show character, we were walked on for 45 minutes. We’re going to cut it, it’s going to be a pain well in the minds because it is starting to be very complicated. We will have to start off on the right foot, from the match against Le Havre.”
“You can only understand the anger. We don’t calculate our games… there’s nothing! Today we got walked on for 45 minutes, we tried to show a different face in the second half ” We have to use the ball differently. We have opportunities to be able to score, we don’t do it because it’s not the right pass, not the right choice… afterwards we are penalized by individual errors which cost us very expensive. Behind it pays cash. There are no positives. A lot of things were said at half-time but we can’t go back. The damage is done, we had a month of August catastrophic. One point out of four games is not worthy of OL. We will have to wash our heads and start off on the right foot. We need everyone.”
The Bad Gones capo’s message to OL players
When going to greet the north bend after the defeat against PSG, the OL players were challenged by the capo of Bad Gones. Microphone in hand, the latter sent a long message to the Lyonnais, all silent and motionless in front of the tribune:
“The 2023-2024 OL squad is yours. The message is for those who assume they are locker room executives. And the message is clear: they no longer have the right to remain silent. You are the ones who are wearing the OL shirt (…) You have no right to dirty it. Now the transfer window is over, the squad is there, we only ask one thing: to be by your side. But you have to deserve it. We only ask to sing your names with love, not like we sang those of the three little sluts (sic) who left our club in the last few months. (…) If we have to take pills, keep your head held high. Go OL!”
LYON HUMILIATED BY PSG AND LAST GOOD IN LIGUE 1!
Nothing is going well in Lyon with a slap received at home signed Paris (1-4) and Mbappé, author of a double this evening. Hakimi and Asensio added to the bill. OL are the new bottom of the championship, Paris is Monaco’s new runner-up. The future of Laurent Blanc at the head of the team darkens even more and more…
Mbappé takes the small net!
Launched in depth, Mbappé plays with Mata and continues with a powerful shot from the left! He takes the small net!
4 minutes more
There will be 4 minutes of added time in this game! PSG is logically heading for a victory.
Cher Ndour comes into play for PSG
New change for Luis Enrique with the release of Warren Zaire Emery (17). He is replaced by Cher Ndour (19) who is taking his first steps in Ligue 1.
Lepenant replaces Tolisso
The Lyon captain and scorer tonight Corentin Tolisso leaves his place to Lepenant. The world champion midfielder is not happy to leave and he has made it known to the staff.
Ramos shines
First combination between Barcola (still whistled) and Ramos and it ends with a sudden strike from the Portuguese from a tight angle! Lopes goes to bed well.
The huge bronca for Barcola
Triple Parisian change with the entries of Barcola, Ramos and Ruiz in place of Asensio, Ugarte and Dembélé.
The Lyon public welcomes Barcola with a huge roar!
TOLISSO SAVES THE HONOR OF THE GONES!
In the absence of Lacazette, it is Corentin Tolisso who will take the penalty. The Lyon midfielder rushes forward and scores on a perfect opposite! 4-1!
PENALTY FOR LYON!
The referee will check the VAR for a potential foul on Tagliafico. The Argentinian is touched by Zaire Emery just before touching the ball… PENALTY!
DONNARUMMA IS INVINCIBLE TONIGHT!
Corner for Lyon and it’s cut at the near post by Caleta Car! We throw ourselves at the far post with Tagliafico who thinks of scoring but Donnarumma makes the save!
The images of Luis Enrique’s anger against Donnarumma
While Mbappé had just scored the fourth Parisian goal just before the break, Luis Enrique… was angry. As the images suggested, Prime Video confirms that the Parisian coach was very annoyed by Gianluigi Donnarumma, who preferred to raise long rather than in the feet… and in addition in a sector of the field where there was only Lyonnais. Luis Enrique even hit it in his cooler, out of rage.
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Still no change in Paris
Luis Enrique continues to accompany all Parisian actions with his voice but has not made any changes. Normal since Lyon (9) and Paris (11) are the teams having made the fewest substitutions during the match in Ligue 1 this season.
DEMBÉLÉ IS NEARBY!
Another counter-attack opportunity with Mbappé who shifts his friend Dembélé! He uses Hakimi’s call to hit the goal but it’s close to the skylight!
Asensio takes the shot from very far!
At the level of 35 meters, Marco Asensio tries his hand at striking but it is close! Lopes accompanied the ball with his eyes.
DONNARUMMA MAKES THE STOP!
Ernest Nuamah turns Skriniar’s head with his stepovers and continues with a powerful strike! It’s postponed!
THE BAR FOR DEMBÉLÉ!
Another huge opportunity for PSG and Dembélé! Hernandez launches deep and stings his ball at the far post for Dembélé’s header which ends on the bar!
Vitinha ne trompe pas Lopes
Corner obtained by Mbappé who was going to offer the goal to Asensio! It’s shot in two stages and Vitinha takes his chance from afar… It’s captured by Donnarumma!
The message from Lyon supporters to Laurent Blanc
“Laurent Blanc, if you no longer have the balls to fight, resign”: the new banner of the Lyon ultras
The Lyon banner against Laurent Blanc, September 3, 2023 © ICON Sport
Lucas Hernandez takes a card
Big anti-game foul by Lucas Hernandez on Cherki who went on the counterattack! The Parisian defender takes a yellow card.
Mbappé in an offside position
Found in an offside position, Mbappé still hits the goal and takes the crossbar from Lopes.
DONNARUMMA MAKES ANOTHER STOP!
Another class save from Donnarumma on a low strike from Nuamah! The Italian allows his team to stay on a clean sheet.
HERE WE GO AGAIN !
Lyon will have to pull themselves together or at least save their honor in the second period. The Parisian sanction could be even heavier!
PARIS EXPLODES LYON AT THE BREAK!
At the break, PSG beat Lyon 4-0 and slowly headed for a victory at Groupama Stadium. OL did not have the expected start against the Parisians with an early penalty from Mbappé, a fox goal from Hakimi, a lightning action concluded by Asensio and another goal from Mbappé before the break. Paris is on display!
MBAPPED FOR THE DOUBLE BEFORE THE BREAK!
The demonstration continues with a deep ball from Asensio in one touch towards Mbappé! Facing Lopes, Mbappé slightly stings his ball and takes the opposite side netting! 4-0!
Lyon knocked out, Paris wants to drive the point home
PSG are not content to just spin the ball and want to push Lyon to the maximum. Ugarte achieves a huge match with a bunch of balloons recovered!
MBAPPÉ IS CLOSER TO THE DOUBLE!
PSG goes up the field too easily without being really attacked. The ball arrives at Mbappé’s feet at the entrance to the area and he wraps his shot! He hits the post!
ASENSIO EXTINGUISHED LYON FOR THE THIRD TIME!
This time, Lyon is almost dead! Skriniar gives between the lines to Ugarte who sends Asensio into orbit with one touch! The Spaniard finishes the job with a perfect flat left foot! 3-0!
Paris calms the game
After the Lyon euphoria, PSG tries to stifle the revolt by spinning the ball. Luis Enrique asks to play more forward!
DONNARUMMA’S FABULOUS STOP!
Center at the far post for the header of Tolisso who finds the flush of the post! Donnarumma relaxes and removes the goal from the end of the gloves!
THE PARISIAN COUNTER-ATTACK THAT ENDS ON THE BAR!
Model of counter-attack from Paris which goes back 90 meters! Mbappé gives in the axis to Asensio who shifts Hakimi on a heel! The Moroccan strikes with his left foot and takes the bar!
CHERKI’S STRIKE GOES JUST OVER!
Found at the entrance to the surface, Rayan Cherki takes the shot and thinks he is deceiving Donnarumma but the Italian goalkeeper deflects on the bar!
Caleta-Car takes the small net!
Corner shot intelligently by OL with Tagliaico found near the surface! The Argentinian gives Caleta Car who turns around and continues with a shot! It takes the small net.
Lyon shows nothing
The problem remains the same for Lyon, which has not managed to be dangerous since the start of the match.
Another great opportunity for Paris
Deep ball for Vitinha who avoids the return of the last defender before trying to give Asensio in front of goal… The Portuguese is too altruistic!
HAKIMI PUSHES OL A LITTLE FURTHER!
Nothing is going well for Lyon with already a second goal conceded! Dembele walks with Hakimi on the right and he crosses hard towards Mbappé! Lopes comes out and pushes back into the feet… of Hakimi who finishes the job! 2-0!
Mbappé misses an important control!
Superb deep ball from Vitinha for Mbappé who controls well, too well since the ball stays in his feet and he falls with it!
Vitinha is in a good position!
Mbappé finds Vitinha inside who controls perfectly and enters the surface! The Portuguese strike is captured by Lopes.
Big Lyon domination
Driven by Nuamah, Lyon took the measure of this match and pushed back PSG in their area. Cherki is also doing his part but Marquinhos remains vigilant.
Cherki’s shot into the side netting
Lyon revolves around the Paris area and Cherki decides to take the shot but he takes the small net, without worrying Donnarumma!
Nuamah does damage
First interesting ball for Nuamah and he chained the leg passes to drop Hernandez! Nice first action from the Lyon rookie.
Caleta-Car a pris un carton
First yellow card of the game for Duje Caleta-Car! It’s really not starting well for Lyon…
Nightmare start to the match for OL
In great difficulty before the match, Olympique Lyonnais made the task even more difficult! Kadewere’s strike is narrowly blocked by Marquinhos!
MBAPPÉ FINDS THE OPENING!
Kylian Mbappé grabs the ball to play a duel with Anthony Lopes … The French international striker rushes and scores almost in the center! Lopes touches the ball but it’s still 1-0!
PENALTY FOR PSG!
Incredible start to the match with a penalty obtained by Ugarte after pressing directly into the area on Tolisso! The Lyon midfielder is dragging its feet!
KICK OFF FOR LYON-PSG!
Kick-off of the last match of the 4th day of Ligue 1 with a clash between Lyon and PSG! Les Gones are looking for their first victory this season, Paris wants to continue before the break.
It is always very hard to beat PSG, Lyon can testify to that
Only Rennes (7 times) have beaten Paris more often than Lyon (6 times) in Ligue 1 under the QSI era. Winner of the last clash on April 2 at the Parc des Princes (1-0), OL have the opportunity to win 2 consecutive matches against the Parisians in the top flight for the first time since the 2007/08 season (2).
The banner of the Lyon ultras for Lukeba and Barcola
“Leaving your training club during the storm, you are shit”: the banner of the Lyon ultras seems to be addressed to Castello Lukeba, gone to Leipzig, and especially to Bradley Barcola, transferred this week to PSG … and already in the Parisian group .
The banner of the Lyon ultras bound for Lukeba and Barcola, September 3, 2023 © RMC Sport
Stadium boos for Barcola
Bradley Barcola, transferred this week to PSG, warmed up to boos from Groupama Stadium
Paris must raise the bar
Paris have 5 points after their first 3 Ligue 1 2023/24 matches. Under the QSI era, the Parisian club has never posted less than 6 points after its first 4 meetings of an L1 exercise.
A stat that might not work out tonight
Lyon have only one point after 3 Ligue 1 games this season, their lowest total at this stage of the competition since 1992/93 (also 1 point – 14th at the end of the exercise).
The banner of the Lyon supporters
“It’s high time that football once again became OL’s priority”
The banner of Lyon supporters before the Ligue 1 clash on September 3, 2023 © RMC Sport
Asensio continues with Paris
PSG XI: Donnarumma – Hakimi, Marquinhos, Skriniar, L. Hernandez – Zaire-Emery, Ugarte, Vitinha – O. Dembele, Asensio, K.Mbappe.
The eleven of OL fell, Nuamah holder
OL eleven: A. Lopes – Mata, Caleta-Car, Diamond, Tagliafico – Maitland-Niles, Tolisso – Nuamah, Caqueret, Cherki – Kadewere.
But Lyon is doing quite well against Paris in the QSI era
Since taking over the capital club in 2011, Lyon have dominated Paris Saint-Germain six times in Ligue 1. OL also emerged victorious (1-0) in the last clash between the two teams last season .
Kylian Mbappé often has an appetite for Lyon
The Paris Saint-Germain star striker is one of the most prolific scorers against OL in the 21st century. The Bondy prodigy is often successful against Les Gones, with eight goals scored against this opponent since the start of his career, all scored in the colors of PSG in Ligue 1. Silent last season against OL, Mbappé could leave the crocs. In any case, he has been threatening since the start of the season, with already three goals in two appearances.
Jean-Michel Aulas present this evening at Groupama Stadium… but not John Textor
For the first time since May 27 and the tribute paid to him, Jean-Michel Aulas will be back at Groupama Stadium this evening for the clash against PSG. Absent during the heavy defeat against Montpellier two weeks ago, the honorary president will not be in his 20-seat box which he had by virtue of his status as president.
He will take his place in the president’s box, but not in his “historic” place as president. He will be one of the 400 people in this lodge. He paid his place.
He will not cross paths with John Textor, with whom he has been exchanging words for a week. The American investor is not in Lyon but with the family to respect the tradition of “Labor Day” (working day), which takes place on the first Monday of September. A long-planned absence.
EJ
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Anthony Lopes back against PSG?
Injured in the face in a warm-up match against Crystal Palace, Anthony Lopes had to forfeit the first three days of the championship. He could make his return this Sunday evening in the starting lineup. Hit in a facial bone, he was initially absent until the match following the international break, namely the reception of the HAC, on September 17. But the Portuguese reappeared in training on Thursday. He got the green light from the neurologist and a surgeon a few days ago. The doctor and the OL staff have also given their consent. In other words, he is ready to play. His protective mask must now be validated by the refereeing body. If not, he won’t be able to play.
EJ
OL: Aulas criticizes Textor on the Barcola file
In an interview for Téléfoot on TF1, Jean-Michel Aulas estimated that he would never have sold Bradley Barcola to PSG if he had remained president.
“When I see Castello Lukeba and Bradley Barcola leaving, especially Bradley… He’s an incredible hope for the club. Would I have sold him? No, never.”
PSG: Barcola in the group, but not Ekitike
In lack of playing time since the start of the season and long announced on the departure this summer before finally staying in Paris, Hugo Ekitike was not selected for the trip to Lyon this Sunday in Ligue 1. Bradley Barcola, new PSG player, will travel to his former lands.
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In search of a first victory this season, OL welcome Parisians with confidence after their victory against Lens. Laurent Blanc knows he is under pressure. Kick-off at 8:45 p.m. for this clash of the fourth day of Ligue 1 to follow on the RMC Sport site and application.
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