Joe Cole: 'I want to help Lille win trophies'
Posted Sunday, September 11, 2011 by YAHOO Sport
Joe Cole admits the French Ligue 1 is tough following his loan move to Lille from Liverpool, but he is quickly finding his feet after setting up a goal in its 3-1 win over Saint-Etienne on Saturday.
"I am still not at 70 per cent fitness and I still need a few games to reach my best level," Cole told France Football. "However, I am happy with my performance and I hope to continue helping the team."
The former Chelsea man made his league debut with some encouraging signs on the pitch as he assisted Ludovic Obraniak for Lille's third goal. He admits there is still plenty more hard work ahead.
"I am really happy to have started playing again. France is a new experience for me, a new league, a new challenge," said Cole. "But, I want to help Lille win trophies and help them to do their best in the league and Champions League."
Lille's European campaign starts on Wednesday night when it welcomes CSKA Moscow of Russia.
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