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During the 2001–02 French football season, Olympique Lyonnais competed in French Division 1.
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Season summary
Lyon won their first ever French top-flight title. The title race came down to the final day of the season, with Lyon needing victory against fellow challengers Lens, who were one point ahead. A 3-1 victory secured Lyon's title win.
At the end of the season, Jacques Santini left to manage the French national team. Former Rennes manager Paul Le Guen was appointed as his replacement.
First-team squad
Squad at end of seasonNote: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
Left club during season
Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
Third round
Club Brugge 4–4 Lyon on aggregate. Lyon won on away goals.
Fourth round
Slovan Liberec won 5–2 on aggregate.