New story, same legend!
New story, same legend!
OL Lyonnes
Technique
Head coach
Nationality
Spain
Since
2025
I look forward to build on the club’s successes as it enters a new chapter.
At just 34 years old, the former Barcelona coach has already won two Champions League titles in 2023 and 2024. Praised by his players for his philosophy, training methods, and competitive spirit, the tactician arrived in 2025 with great ambition.
Jonatan Giráldez has established himself as one of the most promising coaches of his generation. An excellent tactician, he was named the IFFHS World’s Best Club Coach in 2023. The Spaniard was also in contention for the UEFA Women’s Coach of the Year award and the FIFA Women’s Best Coach award in 2023 and 2024. At just 33 years old, he became the youngest nominee for the 2024 Ballon d’Or for Best Women’s Coach, a first for him.
The club’s history, its ambition and its talented team represent a fantastic opportunity.
OL Lyonnes announces the appointment of Jonatan Giráldez as its new head coach
Introducing the staff for the 2025-2026 season
Our Lyonnes are back for the 25/26 pre-season
FIFA The Best: Jonatan Giráldez on the list of best coaches!
June
2025
Jonatan Giráldez has been appointed coach of OL Lyonnes, signing a three-year contract.
September
2024
Jonatan Giráldez joined the Washington Spirit in the NWSL, leading his team to a Challenge Cup title as well as a final of the American championship.
2024
He defeated Lyon in the Women’s Champions League final (2-0), winning his second Women’s Champions League title in his young career. He also won the Spanish league title, the Copa de la Reina, and the Spanish Super Cup that season.
2023
Jonatan Giráldez wins her first Women’s Champions League with FC Barcelona (3-2 against VfL Wolfsburg).
2021
He is promoted to head coach of FC Barcelona.
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