Alexandre Lacazette, leading the front for Olympique Lyonnais (OL) faced off against Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) a mere week following their previous encounter with Brest.
Unfortunately, Lacazette's performance did not leave a significant imprint on the match against PSG. The game concluded in a stinging 4-1 victory in favor of PSG. Following this less than ideal outcome, Lacazette took to Prime Video, broadcaster for the game, to air his thoughts.
Lacazette’s Post-Match Reflections
As captain of OL, Lacazette bore the weight of the team's underwhelming performance. He held his hands up and acknowledged not only the team's shortcomings but his personal errors as well. He singled out one such error that led to the opposition's second goal.
Despite the team's attempts to regain control and elevate their gameplay, mistakes continued to creep in. Lacazette didn't shy away from stating the team's need to buckle down and put in more effort. He suggested that the match should be viewed as a learning curve.
Lacazette also expressed his belief that the team needed to ground themselves after riding on previous highs. Reflecting on the match's outcome, he acknowledged the disappointment their supporters must feel.
A Look Ahead
Keeping a positive outlook, Lacazette emphasized being prepared and geared up for their next match. He looked towards the French Cup final against PSG, stating it will be a distinct encounter. Lacazette also highlighted it as a golden opportunity for OL, a ticket to a European championship for the coming season.