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OL defeats Angers: Coach Fonseca warns of squad problems in Europe!
Olympique Lyonnais secure a 1-0 win over Angers in Ligue 1 as their Europa League squad grows.
OL defeats Angers: Coach Fonseca warns of squad problems in Europe!
In the exciting competition of Ligue 1, Olympique Lyonnais (OL) took an important step towards success on September 20, 2025. They won 1-0 against Angers, giving the team a boost after a disappointing 3-1 defeat against Rennes. This game marks the fifth encounter in the current season, in which OL has now collected a total of 12 points. With a win of 75% in the first five games, the stage seems to be set for a promising season, as foot01.com reports.
However, Paulo Fonseca, the team's coach, faces a challenge. With the upcoming double burden of Ligue 1 and the Europa League, the squad could be considered too thin. Florent Gautreau spoke on RMC's After Foot and emphasized the concerns about the squad, which is not enough to successfully complete the season. This raises questions about whether the team has enough resources to remain competitive both in the league and internationally.
A look at the 2025-26 season
With the 2025-26 season, Olympique Lyonnais supporters will experience the 76th season in the club's history and the 37th consecutive season in the top division. In addition to Ligue 1, the team will also take part in the Coupe de France and the UEFA Europa League. The first matchday took place on August 16th and the end of the season is scheduled for May 16th, 2026. OL's record so far is strong: 3 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss with 6 goals and 3 conceded. This means the goal difference is +3, which underlines the team's offense, as can be seen on wikipedia.org.
Preparation for the season began on July 7, 2025 at the training ground in Décines-Charpieu, and the players had to quickly adapt to the high pressure and intense games. In view of the upcoming games in the Europa League, which start on September 25th, those responsible have to think about the squad.
Reinforcements on the way
Despite the concerns, there was also positive news for fans. Tyler Morton was recently suspended, while Ernest Nuamah is set to return soon after undergoing surgery in April. Orel Mangala is also expected in the near future, which could help the squad significantly. Such returns could be crucial to whether the team can overcome the challenges of this season.
The next few weeks will show whether Olympique Lyonnais can find the strength they need to be successful in Ligue 1 and Europe. With a unified team spirit and strategic considerations, this club could still cause surprises. It will be exciting for all fans to see how the season will develop, especially in these challenging times!