OL Lyonnes host Chelsea in first intense test of season | OneFootball

OL Lyonnes host Chelsea on Wednesday at Groupama Stadium, a first major examination of their physical edge and intensity. How Lyon handle it could reveal how far they can go.

According to Le Progres, Chelsea present an even sterner test and have set their sights on winning the Champions League. Lyon have already come through their first look at the level against Paris FC.

Central to the night is whether Lyon have the physical tools required, the kind that could help them reclaim Europe in May. That target has evaded them since their eighth and most recent European crown in 2022.

Jonatan Giráldez’s side will face a team led by former Lyon great Sonia Bompastor. Lyon anticipate a stern physical contest.

The Blues are third in the English league and travel to the Rhône with a handful of familiar faces, pleased to return and highly motivated to play.

Source: Le Progres

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