Claim: Bernard Lacombe, who served as a manager for more than three years, served longer than his successor Jacques Santini who only served for almost two years.
Evidence: After his playing career ended, Lacombe joined the technical staff of former club Lyon, first as technical manager (from 1988 to 1996), then as trainer (1996 to 2000) and manager. As manager of Lyon from 2000-2002 he was winner of French League Cup in 2001, and in 2002 he won the French Championship. 
After his playing career ended, Lacombe joined the technical staff of former club Lyon, first as technical manager (from 1988 to 1996), then as trainer (1996 to 2000) and manager. Coupe de la Ligue: 2000–01 Division 1: 2001–02