Europa League: Lyon Seeks Perfect Record, Lille Aims for Recovery
Lyon continues to assert its dominance in the Europa League with a perfect record, bolstered by their latest victory over FC Basel. Meanwhile, Lille is striving to revive its performance after a recent setback. Both teams face significant challenges as they look to solidify their standings in this prestigious tournament.
Lyon’s Impeccable Performance in the Europa League
Lyon achieved their third consecutive win in the Europa League by defeating FC Basel 2-0. This victory places them at the top of their group, tied with Braga and Midtjylland, each team having accumulated nine points.
Defensively, Lyon remains a formidable opponent, maintaining a record of not conceding any goals in the tournament thus far. However, their performance in domestic competitions has faltered, with two recent draws in Ligue 1 against Paris FC (3-3) and Brest (0-0).
Looking ahead, Lyon is set to host Paris Saint-Germain at the Groupama Stadium this coming Sunday. This crucial match may lead the team to consider rotating their squad, significantly as they will be without captain Corentin Tolisso for the upcoming game.
Lille Aiming for a Comeback
Lille’s campaign in the Europa League has been less consistent. After starting strong with victories against SK Brann (2-1) and AS Roma (1-0), they faced a disappointing loss to PAOK Salonika, losing 4-3 at home. Currently ranked 11th in Ligue 1 with six points, they are eager for a resurgence as they travel to Belgrade to face a struggling opponent.
Foreseeing a crucial encounter, Lille’s president, Olivier Létang, is under scrutiny due to his heated exchange with referee Nikola Dabanovic during the match against PAOK. UEFA is expected to announce a decision regarding possible disciplinary action in November.
Other Matches to Watch
In the Conference League, Strasbourg faces BK Häcken after suffering a heavy defeat against Rennes. This match will take place at the Ullevi Stadium in Göteborg, as the Bravida Arena does not meet UEFA’s minimum capacity requirements.
Here’s a look at the key upcoming fixtures:
- Lyon vs. Paris Saint-Germain on Sunday
- Lille vs. Belgrade
- Strasbourg vs. BK Häcken
As the teams forge ahead, Lyon seeks to maintain their perfect record in the Europa League, while Lille hopes to regain momentum after recent struggles.
