In the fight for maintenance, Olympique Lyonnais risks having to play a possible play-off far from Groupama Stadium because of the American star.
Olympique Lyonnais cannot cope. The Rhone club has already exhausted two coaches and while awaiting the appointment of Fabio Grosso’s replacement, the Gones suffered their eighth defeat of the season in Lens on Saturday – in 13 matches – and remain stuck in last place in the standings. With only 7 points on the clock, the Lyonnais are already six points behind the first non-relegation place and OL are more than ever concerned by the fight to maintain
“ I know you had to ask this question, but it’s comical. This team is not at risk of relegation. In no championship, in no country, does a relegated team play like we played tonight. You don’t have that kind of quality with people who go down,” had dared to launch John Textor after the defeat against Clermont at the end of October. However, despite the success achieved in Rennes, the first of the season, OL will have to work hard to ensure their survival.
All scenarios must be considered, including that of having to go through roadblocks. Problem is, if OL have to compete in a play-off for their survival in Ligue 1, they will have to go into exile far from Groupama Stadium. Consequence of two Taylor Swift concerts scheduled for the next 2, i.e. the day of the return barrage, and next June 3 in the Lyon venue. It is impossible to postpone these concerts, which have been sold out for several months, and the Stade Gerland will not be available either since the LOU will host the Stade Toulousain.
