After his LOSC counterpart, Bruno Genesio, the Stade Rennais coach, Jorge Sampaoli, spoke about their shock this Sunday afternoon, on the occasion of the twelfth day of Ligue 1. It's already promising!
Bruno Genesio wants to offer victory to the legends of LOSC
This Sunday, the atmosphere will be electric at the Pierre-Mauroy stadium. LOSC (4th), which is celebrating its 80th anniversary, hosts Stade Rennais (13th) for a match which promises to be decisive. In addition to the sporting challenge, the Mastiffs will be keen to shine in front of their alumni, many of whom will attend the meeting. Bruno Genesio is aware of the importance of this meeting and wants to offer victory to the legends of the Lille club.
“It’s a special moment. Celebrating the club's history is important, but we can't lose sight of the objective: to win. Players must remain focused despite the festive atmosphere. We must offer a victory to our supporters and to all those who have marked the history of LOSC,” declared the French technician at a press conference.
For their part, the Bretons, who changed coach by appointing Jorge Sampaoli in place of Julien Stéphan, are not coming as tourists and intend to leave Rennes with a positive result. A desire clearly expressed by their new coach.
Stade Rennais: Jorge Sampaoli is not afraid of LOSC
This Sunday, the Pierre-Mauroy stadium promises a crazy atmosphere. Between past and present, celebration and competition, the match between Lille LOSC and Stade Rennais promises to be exciting. Jorge Sampaoli, new face of the SRFC, showed great determination at a press conference before the clash against the Mastiffs. For the Argentine coach, this meeting, which coincides with the 80th anniversary of LOSC, represents a real challenge.
“It’s a match that we must approach with a lot of courage. We have made changes so that this team is not afraid of facing LOSC, which is one of the best current teams in the championship,” said the former OM coach.
Sampaoli is banking on a conquering state of mind and a solid organization to counter the attacks of the Mastiffs. Asked about his strategy, Jorge Sampaoli preferred to keep the suspense.
“It’s difficult to give you this information without giving it to Lille,” smiled the Rennes tactician. However, the 64-year-old stressed the importance of instilling a clear playing culture in his players, while allowing leaders to emerge in each line.
