Giraldez fields three new signings against Frankfurt in key test

OL Lyonnes play their second pre‑season friendly on Sunday against Eintracht Frankfurt at the Adidas Campus, with manager Jonatan Giraldez using the encounter to field three summer recruits after the side’s previous clash with Real Sociedad. The match offers a chance to test the new players before the upcoming Champions League tie.

First‑half setup

Facing a German side already engaged in its European campaign, Giraldez sees the meeting as an opportunity to integrate several summer arrivals. Après avoir affronté la Real Sociedad, OL Lyonnes step up on the Adidas Campus for this Sunday afternoon encounter.

Les Fenottes line up with Mala Grohs behind a back four of Lawrence, Tarciane, Nelhage and Rafalski. In midfield, Jule Brand, Lily Yohannes, Swierot and Caroline Weir start, while Salma Paralluelo and Marie‑Antoinette Katoto lead the attack. Zachary Athekame and Felix Bacher are also qualified for the match.

The two new recruits could travel to face Fenerbahçe on Tuesday in the Champions League, as Eintracht Frankfurt prepares its Ligue des champions barrier against PSG. Une large revue d’effectif en seconde période follows later in the game.

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Second‑half adjustments

Le technicien espagnol continues his squad review, bringing Belhadj into goal and adding Ouazar, Sangaré and Lawrence alongside Tarciane in defense. Becho, Shrader and Dumornay also enter, with Ada Hegerberg joining the attack.

Paralluelo remains on the pitch after the break before being substituted by Benyahia in the 62nd minute, marking the first change for the French forward.

The friendly primarily allows Giraldez to test the chemistry between the newcomers and the established offensive core of the club, assessing how the fresh talent blends with seasoned players.

Overall, the match provides a valuable benchmark for OL Lyonnes as they prepare for the upcoming Champions League challenges, with Giraldez gaining insight into his expanded squad.