2024-10-24 10:38:00
Could Lille be the new target for the Spaniards to take down? The day after LOSC’s victory against Atlético de Madrid on the pitch at the Estadio Metropolitano, it would very well be possible.
And not only because of this famous penalty which caused so much reaction in the press and on social networks. In the Champions League, LOSC can now boast of having beaten both Madrid teams. After the historic victory against Real Madrid at the Pierre-Mauroy stadium (1–0), Bruno Genesio’s men took the scalp of Atlético this Wednesday evening (1-3).
Two streaks of invincibility broken
Beyond the historic victories, Lille are above all putting an end to two series of invincibility. Before falling in the North, Real Madrid remained on a series of 36 games without defeat in all competitions. Victorious in La Liga and the Champions League last season, he had not lost since a Copa del Rey match against Atlético on January 18 (2-4, ap).
And since breaking the series of the most successful club in the competition did not seem to be enough for these hungry Lille, they also put an end to Atlético’s hegemony at home in the European Cup. In the Champions League, the club had not lost on home soil since November 24, 2021, hung 0-1 by AC Milan, with seven wins and four draws. Two statistics which may not please the French Federation of Lose.
To top it off, LOSC became the first French club to beat the two Madrid clubs in the European Cup in the same season. Not bad, right? It’s northern.
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How does Bruno Génésio plan to build on the recent successes in the Champions League to ensure continued growth and competitiveness for LOSC Lille?
**Interview with Bruno Genesio, Manager of LOSC Lille**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us, Bruno. Congratulations on an incredible performance against Atlético Madrid. How does it feel to have achieved this historic victory?
**Bruno Genesio:** Thank you! It’s a fantastic feeling, especially because we’ve managed to beat both Madrid teams in the Champions League. This is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the players. We set out to prove ourselves at the highest level, and nights like these remind us that we can compete with the best.
**Interviewer:** You’ve ended Real Madrid’s impressive streak of 36 games without defeat in all competitions. How vital do you think this win is for Lille in terms of confidence and momentum moving forward?
**Bruno Genesio:** Breaking that streak is indeed significant. It boosts our confidence and shows the players that we can achieve great things together. Every match in the Champions League is a learning experience, and this victory reinforces that we belong at this level. We aim to build on this momentum in our upcoming matches.
**Interviewer:** The victory against Atlético was closely followed by discussions surrounding the penalty that was awarded during the match. How do you feel about the decisions made by the referee in that game?
**Bruno Genesio:** Refereeing decisions are always a topic of debate in football. What’s important for us is that we focus on our performance and how we can control the match ourselves. We can’t let controversial calls distract us from our goals. However, I must say that I felt our players displayed remarkable composure and resilience in handling the pressure.
**Interviewer:** Looking ahead, do you believe Lille has become a new target for the top Spanish clubs after defeating both of them?
**Bruno Genesio:** Absolutely! We’re in a position where other teams will have to take us seriously now. This victory will undoubtedly draw more attention to us. Our focus must remain on improving and continuing to play our style of football. We want to be known as a club that challenges the best consistently.
**Interviewer:** With this level of success, what’s next for Lille in this Champions League campaign?
**Bruno Genesio:** We’ll continue to work hard, learn from each game, and aim to progress further in the tournament. Our goal is to get out of the group stage and compete for a spot in the knockout rounds. We know it will be tough, but with the support of our fans and the talent in our squad, I believe we can make a significant impact.
**Interviewer:** Thank you for your insights, Bruno. Best of luck for the rest of the season!
**Bruno Genesio:** Thank you very much! We appreciate the support!
