Lyon v PSG: Mata shares Lyon U21s’ hopes ahead of the big clash

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·9 de noviembre de 2025

Lyon v PSG: Mata shares Lyon U21s’ hopes ahead of the big clash

This Sunday at 8:45 PM (broadcast on Ligue1+) Paris Saint-Germain (1st) faces Olympique Lyonnais (6th) at the Groupama Stadium as part of the 12th day of Ligue 1 2025-2026. In a press conference, Clinton Mata, a 33-year-old Lyon defender, spoke about this match and the Parisian opponent.

Mata "they have players who can make the difference."

That's up to PSG, I'm just focused on my team. They have important players who won't be there, and it's up to us to make the difference, to stick to our game plan, and to do things well. It's still PSG, the best team in Ligue 1. They still have quality players: even if they don't have their key players, they have players who can make the difference.

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It's an argument that also shows us that if we follow the coach's instructions and play with courage, we can get a result."

Mata "We have to be free, take chances"

What will the match hinge on?

We will need to be even more rigorous defensively and, in terms of our possession, be decisive. Our small shortcoming is finishing our chances. We need to dare more, shoot at goal, and try something. We do everything well, we reach the box, but we don't try enough. We have to be free, take chances, even if the ball goes out or isn't on target, it's not a big deal, maybe the next one will go in."

After the defeat in the Champions League, PSG will logically be determined to seek victory and reclaim their top spot. Despite everything, this is a challenging period for the Parisian club, experiencing the aftermath of their XXL season. Nonetheless, they will have to rely on the available strengths to seek success.

Luis Enrique and his men have the opportunity to end this month of competition in the best possible way. A victory would also help regain confidence after a few difficult days.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇫🇷 here.