Les Verts et Blancs
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Olympique Lyonnais is a French football club based in Lyon. The 2025–26 season was the 120th season in the history of Olympique Lyonnais, and the club's 30th consecutive season in the French top flight. The club participated in Ligue 1, the Coupe de France, the Trophée des Champions and the UEFA Champions League. The season covers the period from 1 July 2025 to 30 June 2026.
- Colors
- Red, White, and Blue (traditionally Red and Blue)
- Nickname Meaning
- Les Gones (The Kids) or L'OL
- Primary Stadium
- Groupama Stadium (distinct from the former Stade de Gerland)
Lore & Background
The source article does not provide information about the club's founding or its merger. It is unclear from the source whether the club was founded in 1950 or through any merger.
In Their Own Story
The rain fell softly on the terraces of Gerland, blurring the floodlights into streaks of gold against the darkening sky. In the 'Culottée', thousands of voices rose as one, chanting not just for a goal, but for the city itself. A young boy, draped in a green and white scarf knitted by his grandmother, pressed his hand against the cold railing, feeling the vibration of the drums beneath him. He wasn't just watching a game; he was witnessing the continuation of a legacy that had survived wars, financial crises, and rivalries. As the team broke away for an attack, the roar was deafening, a unified breath of Les Verts et Blancs breathing life into the pitch.
Reader's Guide
The source article includes sections for Players (First-team squad, Transfers), Pre-season and friendlies, Competitions (Overall record, Ligue 1, Coupe de France, Trophée des Champions, UEFA Champions League), and Statistics (Appearances and goals). The match schedule was released on 27 June 2025. The draw for the UEFA Champions League league phase was held on 28 August 2025.
Did You Know?
- The club's total expenditure in the 2025–26 season was €98.3 million.
- The club's total income in the 2025–26 season was €86.5 million.
- The club participated in the UEFA Champions League during the 2025–26 season.
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