In the Girondins de Bordeaux team for the 2022/2023 season, many changes have been made following their relegation to Ligue 2. Under the leadership of coach David Guion, the team has undertaken an ambitious reconstruction to come back strong .
The previous season was disastrous for the Girondins, with a last place in Ligue 1 and a defense which conceded 91 goals. But the club reacted immediately and Guion remained in charge of the team to remedy the mistakes made. The three-man defense was converted to a four-man defense, giving a stronger foundation to the team.
There have also been numerous departures, with players such as Anel Ahmedhodzic, Marcelo and Benoît Costil leaving the club. But this opened the door to young talent, and Guion chose to rely on youth to rebuild the team. The defense, made up of players such as Junior Mwanga, Jacques Ekomié, Malcom Bokele and Stian Gregersen, all under the age of 28, quickly showed their strength by securing four clean sheets in the first five games.
To strengthen the team, the experienced Yoann Barbet was recruited on September 1, 2022. A former QPR defender, Barbet brings both experience and goal-scoring ability. This balance between a solid defense and an effective attack allowed the Girondins de Bordeaux to climb to second place in the standings from the 25th week of the season.
Among the team’s top scorers is Josh Maja, but other players such as Dilane Bakwa, Zuriko Davitashvili and Aliou Badji also contribute to the team’s attack.
The team’s rise in rank will, however, require greater defensive rigor and an increase in offensive power. Bordeaux will need to continue to work hard and stay focused to achieve their goal of returning to Ligue 1.
In conclusion, the Girondins de Bordeaux have undertaken an ambitious reconstruction after their relegation to Ligue 2. Under the leadership of David Guion, the team has relied on youth to strengthen its defense and recruited experienced players to strengthen its attack. With a solid defense and an ability to score goals, the Girondins de Bordeaux are on track to aim for a return to Ligue 1.