The Lyon and Les Bleues striker made his mark last November by scoring a sumptuous performance during an encounter at the top of the Championship.
A sublime goal, which was scored during a summit meeting. All the boxes for a performance that is likely to mark the season were ticked. This Monday, April 29, Lyon goalscorer Eugénie Le Sommer was honored at the annual D1 Women’s Trophies.
The 34-year-old striker was honored with the award for the best goal of the season, for a performance scored in the Olympic jersey, during a top-flight match against Paris FC on 5 November.
A goal scored in the first minute of play! During an attack in Lyon, Eugénie Le Sommer was found in the Parisian penalty area by team-mate Selma Bacha, who had just seen an attempted attack pushed back.
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With his back to the goal, and a defender in his charge, Eugénie Le Sommer cushions the ball with his chest, sends the ball over the opponent’s head (sombrero shot) and delivers a fierce volley from close range without the ball touching the ground. range that leaves no chance for the Parisian keeper.
An achievement that impressed several supporters and internet users.
Gorgeous!
— Loïc (@meneghettiloic) 5 November 2023
Eugénie Le Sommer and the Lyonnaises are more than ever on course to win a 13th French championship title and a 9th Champions League, of which they will play the final on May 25 in Bilbao against Barcelona.