Former Lyon coach Gerard Houllier commented on the draw of the Champions League.
Lyon in Group F will play with Manchester City, Shakhtar and Hoffenheim.
"Manchester City seems undefeated in the Premier League. He has more experience in European competition. This is the favorite of group F, "Houllier told the official website of Lyon.
"The rest of the team is balanced. Miner - a good team, which is sharpened for the Champions League. He will play very inspirationally ".
"We deserve to return to the Champions League. This is a reward for players and staff. The goal of Lyon is to reach the 1/8 finals of ".
President of Lyon Jean-Michel Ola also noted that the team is facing the task of leaving the group.