Lorient faces a challenging match against Olympique Lyonnais in Ligue 1, with a significantly depleted squad due to injuries and suspensions. Coach Christian Gourcuff has had to make do with a reduced group of eighteen players for the upcoming fixture.
Key players like S. Diallo, Baca, Jouffre, L. Koné, Sunu, Reale, Barthelmé, Aboubakar, Quercia, and Audard are all sidelined due to various injuries. Additionally, Ecuele Manga is suspended for the match.
Despite the setbacks, Burkina Faso international Alain Traoré is set to feature in the match, providing some hope for Lorient’s chances.
Lorient Squad:
- Goalkeepers: Reynet, Chaigneau
- Defenders: Pedrinho, Derrien, Guerreiro, Wachter, Lautoa, Gassama
- Midfielders: Bourillon, Coutadeur, Azouni, Abdullah, B.Pelé, Monnet-Paquet, Doukouré
- Forwards: Aliadière, Al.Traoré, F.Robert
Injured: S.Diallo, Baca, Jouffre, L.Koné, Sunu, Reale, Barthelmé, Aboubakar, Quercia, Audard
Suspended: Ecuele Manga
Coach’s choice: Lavenant, Lavigne
Tags: Alain Traoré, Burkina Faso, France, Gilles Sunu, Ligue 1, Lorient, Togo