Olympique Lyonnais 2026 season buildup

In mid‑July 2026 Olympique Lyonnais opened its summer programme with a 2‑1 pre‑season victory over Swiss side Servette FC at the Pierre‑Rajon stadium. Captain Corentin Tolisso netted both goals, and coach Paulo Fonseca praised the team's work despite a sluggish first half. The win followed earlier friendly successes against lower‑division opponents and was part of a schedule that included upcoming matches against Slavia Prague, Wolfsburg and Betis Seville ahead of the Champions League qualifiers.

Later in July, the club shifted focus to its reserve squad, which was set to begin its National 2 campaign on 29 August against FC Bourgoin‑Jallieu. Coached by Gueïda Fofana, the reserve side aimed to build fitness and cohesion after a summer of player departures and new signings, with preparation matches planned to raise intensity before the regular season.

Both entries illustrate Olympique Lyonnais’ coordinated preparation for the 2026‑27 season, covering first‑team friendly fixtures and the launch of the reserve team’s competitive schedule.