“When we knew that Saint-Étienne was rising in
League 1it was an important date for us. We’re there, it’s good. » Alexandre Lacazette didn’t beat around the bush when discussing the clash between Olympique Lyonnais and AS Saint-Etienne.
Two years after the descent of the Greens, the hottest derby in France returns to Ligue 1. And it will close this 11th day on Sunday evening (kick-off at 8:45 p.m.). On the Lyon side, the match is already underway.
“I don’t wear green”
“I wouldn’t say there is impatience because we play every three days and we have just returned from Germany (2-2 against Hoffenheim in the Europa League), we want to play this match and we we will be ready. I’m excited, it will be my first derby at Groupama Stadium”explained Lacazette.
“When you arrive in Lyon, we explain things to you and immerse you in Lyon culture. No, I don’t wear green, it’s a color I don’t have and I know I can wear other colors so, yes, it’s forbidden at home. We explain to non-Lyon residents how important the derby is, and they are sometimes surprised to see that it is of such importance. There are even supporters who prefer to win the two derbies rather than the Championship. It’s true that Saint-Étienne is going through a difficult period (16th, 10 points after 10 days), but they have quality and are tough in duels. They play well on the counterattack and even if it’s not always dream football, you still have to be careful. » The tone is set.
