Loïs Openda impresses on Lyon debut despite 1-2 loss at Sparta Prague | OneFootball

Loïs Openda marked his Lyon debut with a lively display but could not prevent a 1-2 defeat at Sparta Prague in the Champions League third qualifying round first leg on Tuesday.

L'Équipe notes that Paulo Fonseca had said after the 0-4 reverse against Betis Sevilla on 29 July that his side needed a player like Openda. The former Lens forward, 26, completed the full match.

He began quietly then grew into the contest, featuring in most of Lyon’s best moments as the visitors chased a result.

It was an encouraging performance even though he was not necessarily used in conditions that suited him.

Whenever team-mates found him, he looked capable of making the difference, yet Lyon return from Prague behind.

Source: L'Équipe

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