Fonseca must overhaul Lyon after Prague hammering

Lyon under Paulo Fonseca suffered a crushing defeat in Prague on Tuesday in the first leg of the Champions League third qualifying round, leaving their European hopes in serious jeopardy. According to L'Équipe, the French side had the fortune of going in ahead at half-time but their overall display was thoroughly disheartening.

Lyon took to the pitch without intensity or purpose, disconnected from the match entirely. Fonseca's tactical choices fell flat, and his players seemed to absorb their coach's fear of defeat. Facing Sparta Prague, a side seemingly within their reach, Lyon appeared "apathetic and timid", running aimlessly without clear structure or direction.

Without substantial changes in both tactical approach and mentality, Champions League qualification now looks a distant dream for the French outfit.