The Lyon rugby team, Stade Lyonnais (LOU), is preparing to start its European Challenge Cup campaign with a match against Newcastle Redbulls at the Matmut Stadium. After finishing as finalists last season, Lyon aims to improve and win the title this year. The team is adjusting its lineup to counter Newcastle's playing style, described as 'a team that plays openly with a large volume of play,' despite Newcastle's poor domestic league performance, where they are last with no points but have two wins in the English Cup. The match serves as an opportunity for Lyon to regain confidence after four losses in their last five games, with key players returning from injury and young talents being integrated into the squad. Coach Maignien emphasizes the importance of adapting to the opponent's profile and leveraging the home advantage. Irish fly-half Paddy Jackson, who has played against Newcastle before, highlights the team's motivation and the challenge ahead. The game is seen as a chance for Lyon to kickstart their European success and boost morale for the rest of the season.