Dumornay hat-trick as OL Lyonnes launch title bid with seven-goal opening win

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·4 September 2026

OL Lyonnes opened their domestic campaign with an emphatic win, underlining their status as favourites as they chase a 20th national title.

According to Le Progres, the Fenottes were in action in Essonne only hours after the European draw.

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Lyon hit seven away to opponents established in France’s top five, a statement of attacking power.

Melchie Dumornay marked the occasion with a hat-trick.

The scale of the victory set an early marker for the months ahead.

Source: Le Progres

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