Corentin Tolisso had a historic evening this Thursday evening, scoring the very first hat-trick of his career against Maccabi Tel-Aviv (0-6). A dream come true for the Lyon midfielder, who told a crazy anecdote at the end of the match after The Team : “with the physiotherapists (the day before the match), we were watching the Paris match and when Vitinha scored three goals, I told them that my dream was to score a hat-trick once in my career, just once. » Without penalties and with clinical efficiency, Tolisso exploded his score, confirming his essential role in Paulo Fonseca’s system. “It was a goal in my career. I’m very happy that it helped the team win.”he added, he who also increased the number of dangerous situations before the break.
The Lyon captain, scorer and leader of his team, received praise from his coach. “When Coco plays closer to the box, he is a very dangerous player… close to the goal, he is very effective”recalled Paulo Fonseca. After the meeting, Tolisso also wanted to dedicate this hat-trick to Alexandre Lacazette, highlighting the valuable contribution and advice of his former partner. A complete, striking evening, which more than ever confirms the return to grace of a decisive and radiant Corentin Tolisso. The French team in the crosshairs? To be continued…
