May 19, 2025

New era. Lyon is changing name to OL Lyonnes

New era. Lyon is changing name to OL Lyonnes
  • Majority owner of the club Michele Kang announced that Olympique Lyonnais Féminin will rebrand as OL Lyonnes. The new name combines "lioness" with "Lyon," symbolizing strength and a connection to the city. Kang is also owner of english club London City Lionesses, which recently promoted to Women's Super League.
  • The rebranding introduces a new logo featuring a roaring red lioness with blue and gold accents and the motto "New Story, Same Legend," reflecting the club's heritage and future ambitions.
  • The women's team will swap training facilities with the club's boys' academy, renovating the new space into a performance center specifically designed for female athletes
  • OL Lyonnes will now play all home games at the 59,000-seat Groupama Stadium, which previously hosted the 2019 Women's World Cup final. This move aims to provide players and fans with a premier matchday experience.

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