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Joe Montemurro Named Head Coach of Olympique Lyonnais Féminin

The Australian manager takes over from Sonia Bompastor, aiming to restore Lyon's dominance in European women's football.

  • Montemurro signs a two-year contract with the French club, starting July 4, 2024.
  • He is the first non-French coach in the team's history, replacing Sonia Bompastor who moved to Chelsea.
  • The 54-year-old previously led Juventus to five trophies in three years and won the Women's Super League with Arsenal.
  • Lyon has won the French league 17 times in the last 18 seasons and aims to reclaim European glory.
  • The appointment comes as Lyon's women's team seeks to build on a legacy of high-level professionalism and excellence.
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