L'After Foot L'After Foot

Après l'intronisation de Vicens à Lyon, Flo Gautreau estime que c'est un choix risqué. Daniel rappelle qu'étant donné la situation économique, l'OL n'avait pas beaucoup de choix – 10/11

Nov 10, 2026 · 11m

Summary

The hosts discuss the appointment of Carlos Vicens, a former Pep Guardiola assistant, as the new coach of Olympique Lyonnais. They analyze his ambitious goal to qualify for the Champions League and debate whether his profile suits the club's current needs. The conversation also touches on the broader market for French coaches, questioning if domestic options are undervalued compared to risky foreign hires.

Topics discussed

Sponsorship and introduction Introduction of new OL coach Carlos Vicenç Club ambitions and competition targets Vicenç's background and Braga departure Reasons for hiring Vicenç according to Louis-Jean Guardiola's influence and cost considerations Assessment of Vicenç's track record Debate on French vs foreign coaches Availability of French coaching talent Internal promotions and emerging coaches Future of French coaching careers Risks of mid-season coaching changes OL's current form and upcoming fixtures Financial constraints forcing risky choices Comparing risks in other club appointments The inevitability of risk in football Vicenç as a youth developer and manager Tactical setup and Champions League ambition Slimane's reaction to the appointment Analysis of Vicenç's tactical stats High-intensity pressing philosophy Debate on playing philosophies and formations Defensive structure and player profiles SMS game and upcoming segments
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