Watch: Ex-Cork City defender O'Brien the difference as Lyon grab first win of campaign

The Youghal native headed home from close range following a corner in the 62nd minute to secure all three points for the Fabio Grosso-managed outfit - who are still rooted to the bottom of the league.

DIFFERENCE MAKER: Cork native Jake O'Brien. Pic credit: Lyon.

Former Cork City centre-half Jake O'Brien was the hero as French giants Lyon finally grabbed their first league win of the season. 

Nearly six months on from their last victory, seven-time champions Lyon finally got back to winning ways in Ligue 1 by beating 10-man Rennes 1-0 on Sunday.