Mathieu Warnier, Media365: published on Saturday November 2, 2024 at 6:30 p.m.
On the eve of the poster for the 6th day of Arkema Premier League between OL and PSG, both Joe Montemurro and Fabrice Abriel did not hide the importance of this direct confrontation, even if it will not be decisive in the title race.
This is a poster that has been awaited since the start of the season. At the end of the 6th day of Arkema Premier League, OL and PSG will meet this Sunday on the lawn of Groupama Stadium. A poster that neither team wishes to overuse, even if the introduction of play-offs last year reduced its importance regarding the awarding of the title of champion of France. “It’s for this type of match that we love our job. PSG is a historic rival, confided Lyon coach Joe Montemurro at a press conference. I'm looking forward to being there with our crowd behind us for a great football match between two good teams. I can't wait to be able to experience that at Groupama Stadium. » His opposite number on the Parisian bench, Fabrice Abriel, confided that “it is always a match of a very high level”, adding that it is also “a match between two teams which aim for very top of the table”.
Montemurro: “Control the tempo of the match”
However, the coach of the capital club also concedes that “it remains a championship match, which is a marathon”. While PSG have won their first five outings in the league, Fabrice Abriel wants to see the series continue, regardless of the identity of the opponent. “It’s the sixth duel, it’s up to us to achieve a sixth success,” he told journalists. But nothing will be decisive, it's an important match but we will have to continue to move forward after this meeting. Continue to win to find yourself in the best place in the rankings on the 22nd day. » On the Lyon side, Joe Montemurro did not hide his training's plans for this summit meeting. “We want to control the tempo of the match to deprive the opponent of the ball,” said the Australian technician. The style of play is very important to me. I want the team to play the best football and for the fans to see a great show. »
Abriel: “Do honor to this jersey”
Fabrice Abriel, for his part, wants to focus on the qualities of his players. “We want to use the same ingredients each time that make us win matches,” he said. Have humility, work hard, bring honor to this jersey. Get a good result, and then analyze the performance. » However, he admits to fearing the fact that this meeting will be scheduled after an international break. “The players have playing time, they give a lot because they play for their country. And there is travel, he summarized. So the first thing to do is to check in on the players. Take the necessary care and report the troops immediately. » Despite this, he intends to put in place “the best possible team to obtain the best possible result”. While OL remains in a poor performance against Paris FC before the international break, it will undoubtedly be the same on the Rhone side.
