Olympique Lyonnais, is a premier French football club based in Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. the club was officially founded in 1950
Olympique Lyonnais 2024–25 squad list
| # | Player | Position | Age | Height | Appearances | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lucas Perri | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Remy Descamps | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Lassine Diarra | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Nicolas Tagliafico | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Moussa Niakhate | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Vinicius Abner | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Ainsley Maitland-Niles | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Duje Caleta-Car | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Clinton Mata | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Warmed Omari | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Irvyn Lomami | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Sael Kumbedi | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Jordan Veretout | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Nemanja Matic | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Corentin Tolisso | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Tanner Tessmann | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Paul Akouokou | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Pierre Dorival | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Samuel Bossiwa | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Thiago Almada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Chaim el Djebali | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Rayan Cherki | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Georges Mikautadze | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Malick Fofana | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Ernest Nuamah | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Enzo Molebe | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Erawan Garnier | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Alexandre Lacazette | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | ||
| Yannis Lagha | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 |
- Leagues
- Ligue 1
- Seasons
- 2024-25
- Home
- Groupama Stadium
Olympique Lyonnais, known as Lyon or OL, is a premier French football club based in Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. Although its football heritage traces back to 1899, the club was officially founded in 1950 and competes in Ligue 1, the top tier of French football.
Major Achievements
- Ligue 1 Champions: 7 consecutive titles (2002–2008)
- Coupe de France Winners: 5 titles
- Trophée des Champions Winners: 8 titles
- UEFA Champions League Semifinalists: 2009–10, 2019–20
Lyon dominated French football in the 2000s with seven straight Ligue 1 titles, thanks to a talented squad featuring stars like Juninho, Karim Benzema, and Sidney Govou.
Home Stadium: Groupama Stadium Lyon’s home matches are played at Groupama Stadium, a modern 59,186-seat venue opened in 2016, which also hosts international sporting events and concerts.
Club Identity & Playing Style
- Attacking Philosophy: Known for fluid, possession-based football
- Youth Development: Famed for producing top talents, including Karim Benzema and Alexandre Lacazette
- Strong Domestic Presence: Consistent performers in Ligue 1 and domestic cups
Iconic Eras
- The Golden Era (2002–2008): Dominated Ligue 1 under the leadership of Paul Le Guen and Gérard Houllier
- Champions League Runs: Notably reached the semifinals in 2010 and 2020
Rivalries
- Choc des Olympiques: A fierce rivalry with Olympique de Marseille
- Rhône-Alpes Derby: A regional showdown with AS Saint-Étienne
Legendary Players
- Juninho Pernambucano: A free-kick specialist and club icon
- Karim Benzema: Developed by OL before becoming a global star
- Sonny Anderson: A prolific scorer during the club’s rise
The Future of Olympique Lyonnais OL remains a strong contender in French and European football, with a focus on youth development and tactical innovation. Their commitment to blending emerging talents with experienced stars ensures a promising future for one of France’s most storied clubs.
