Lyon secured a decisive 4-0 victory over Le Havre, thanks to its dynamic attacking trio of Cherki, Lacazette, and Fofana, who each made significant contributions. Lacazette scored his first Ligue 1 goal of the season, while Fofana showcased his speed by scoring as well. Midfielder Corentin Tolisso excelled in a leadership role. In contrast, Le Havre struggled, with goalkeeper Arthur Desmas making crucial errors and offensive players failing to pose a threat, finishing with only one shot on target.
TOPS
Lyon’s Dynamic Attacking Force
This past Sunday, Lyon’s recent attacking trio of Cherki, Lacazette, and Fofana shone brightly, leading them to a decisive 4-0 victory against Le Havre. Malick Fofana, showcasing his speed, found the net first in the 57th minute, followed by team captain Alexandre Lacazette, who scored his inaugural Ligue 1 goal of the season in the 71st minute. The assist came from the in-form Rayan Cherki, who continued to impress. With this win, OL recorded their largest away triumph since 2021 in league play, further highlighting the effectiveness of their complementary attacking trio. Pierre Sage has successfully harnessed their talents, propelling Olympique Lyonnais forward.
Corentin Tolisso Steals the Show
Lyon’s midfielder, Corentin Tolisso, delivered a standout performance. The ex-Bayern Munich star utilized his physicality and engagement on the pitch effectively against Le Havre. He played a pivotal role in both goals scored by Fofana and Lacazette. As a natural leader, Tolisso is not hesitant to assert himself, embodying the rejuvenated spirit of his team.
A Strong Bench
With the attacking trio already providing a strong foundation, Lyon’s substitutes also made their mark. Saïd Benrahma, who replaced Alexandre Lacazette in the 73rd minute, sealed the victory with Lyon’s fourth goal in the 87th minute. Meanwhile, Ernest Nuamah, who came on for Malick Fofana, showcased his skills during the final stages. With their offensive depth, OL aims to maintain their promising momentum in both Ligue 1 and the Europa League this season.
FLOPS
Arthur Desmas Under Fire
The Le Havre goalkeeper Arthur Desmas struggled significantly, making a critical mistake that led to the opening goal by Abner Vinicius in the 31st minute and misplaying a harmless volley from the Brazilian. This error put Lyon in control right from the get-go. To improve their chances this season, HAC must eliminate such blunders as they seek to navigate a challenging campaign.
Le Havre’s Attacking Ineffectiveness
Le Havre’s offensive lineup was virtually invisible during the match. Forwards Josué Casimir and Issa Soumaré failed to pose any real threat to Lyon’s goalkeeper, Lucas Perri. The sole player showing any attacking initiative was right-back Loïc Nego. Reflecting this lack of potency, Didier Digard’s squad managed only one shot on target throughout the match, which is alarming for a team aiming to secure their place in the league this season.