Claude Puel Denies Lyon Are Out Of The Ligue 1 Title Race

Olympique Lyonnais lost more ground in the chase for the Ligue 1 title when they drew 1-1 against Monaco on Sunday night. But general manager Claude Puel stated that there is still a possibility of his team overhauling leaders Girondins de Bordeaux come the end of the season.

“It’s still up for grabs, even though there’s a big gap. Another championship starts after Christmas. We’ve got another game on Wednesday [against Montpellier] and we’ll have to dig deep. After that, during the break, we’ll recuperate, and get our injured players back.

OL have been on a disappointing run of late, and Puel was quick to acknowledge that his team are still at something of a low ebb.

“We’re still not calm and confident enough to keep our cool, regardless of what happens during a match. But we have to keep trying to play our game,” he indicated.

Michel Bastos’ stunning free kick handed OL the advantage in the principality, but a levelling goal from Park Chu-Young restored parity just before half-time. There would be no second half goals.

Lyon now have only two wins in their last ten games in all competitions.

Robin Bairner, Goal.com