Tremendous in efficiency and collective strength, the Lyonnaises resumed their place at the top of world women’s football on Saturday by showing no mercy against defending champions Barcelona (3-1) to win their 8th Champions League in 10 finals, Saturday in Torino. A success that did not escape King Pelé who posted a message of congratulations to French women on Instagram.
“Women’s football is a spectacle. It’s wonderful to see such a beautiful game, with athletes taking the place they deserve in the sport. I would like to congratulate OL for their victory in the Champions League, ”wrote the Brazilian star who is fighting cancer.
After this big 8, the players of Sonia Bompastor, who therefore achieved the feat of lifting the prestigious trophy as a player and coach, were celebrated on Sunday at the town hall of Lyon.
