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At the dawn of a high tension derby against theASSEl’OL stands at Geoffroy-Guichard With the firm intention of reviving its dynamics after European disillusionment. Facing Stéphanois determined to defend their territory, the men of Paulo Fonseca intend to strike hard.
ASSE-OL: a burning derby, crucial issues
This Sunday evening (8:45 p.m.), the Geoffroy-Guichard cauldron will be the scene of a confrontation that goes far beyond the simple ranking. If OL is still targeting the podium in Ligue 1, it will have to erase the stigma from a cruel European elimination against Manchester United. To do this, Paulo Fonseca summoned his executives, while betting on the experience of Alexandre Lacazette and the freshness of Georges Mikautadze in attack.
An offensive duo to make a difference against Saint-Etienne
The Portuguese technician decided: Lacazette and Mikautadze will lead the Lyon load in a diagram in 4-2-2-2 modular. Supported by Rayan Cherki and Corentin Tolisso in the offensive corridors, the two attackers will have to take advantage of the generosity of the Stéphanoise defense. Despite the notable absence of goalkeeper Lucas Perri, who remained in Brazil for family reasons, Lyon remains armed to strike quickly and strong.
To have
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Fonseca will however have to deal without Nemanja Matic, injured, but will be able to rely on the found fervor of a group supported by more than 2,000 supporters who came to encourage them during the last training session. This popular communion has rekindled the combative spirit of the Gones, who know that their European future involves an impeccable end of the season.
OL wants to dictate its law in the cauldron
With five remaining matches, each point will count. And in a derby where everything can switch, Lyon does not have the right to make mistakes. This trip to Saint-Etienne is much more than a simple match: it is a declaration of intentions. The Gones are ready to do anything to dominate the Greens … and continue their walking towards the podium.
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The composition of OL against Saint-Etienne: Descamps-Kumbedi, Caleta-Car, Niakhaté, Abner-Vierteout, Tessmann-Cherki, Toliso-Lacazette (CAP.), Mikauutzeze
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