Maciel, after Fonseca's departure: "We don't have time to cry"

Maciel takes charge of Lyon after Fonseca's departure; faces Real Sociedad in European fixture at Anoeta.

Jorge Maciel stepped into the Lyon manager role following Paulo Fonseca's sudden exit. Speaking ahead of the European match at Anoeta, Maciel described the transition as a personal decision made after Saturday's training session. "I assume this role naturally because things have been done well and the club's stability is maintained," he said. "We don't have time to cry or reinvent anything; we have to look forward and perform on the pitch."

Maciel outlined his tactical approach against Real Sociedad, emphasizing the similarity between the two sides' playing profiles. "Real Sociedad and we are two teams that resemble each other in player profiles. They have very technical footballers and are very vertical. We have to be brave, but since there's only one ball, tomorrow's great challenge will be winning possession." He confirmed the squad is largely fit, though Moussa Niakhaté has some issues and is awaiting medical clearance.