Lille vs Lyon: Prediction, Team News, and Lineups Preview
In a highly anticipated Coupe de France matchup, Lille will host Lyon at Stade Pierre-Mauroy this Sunday. Both teams successfully advanced from their initial matches in this year’s tournament. Lille secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Saint-Maur, while Lyon won decisively against Saint-Cyr Collonges with a score of 3-0.
Lille’s Recent Performance
Lille has made a habit of scoring late this season. Their last win, against Saint-Maur, showcased their ability to find the net with just 10 minutes remaining. Currently, Lille sits fourth in the Ligue 1 standings, two points ahead of Lyon. They have netted 16 goals this season, particularly excelling in games where they score in the final moments.
Remarkably, Lille has won five of their last six home matches. However, they are at risk of consecutive defeats at Stade Pierre-Mauroy for the first time since February 2025. A victory would ensure their progression to the last 16 of the Coupe de France for the fourth consecutive year, a feat they last missed in January 2022.
Lyon’s Strategy and Form
Lyon’s gameplay has been characterized by strong defense and impressive second-half performances this season. In their last match, five out of six goals across competitions occurred in the second half. They aim to enter the last 16 of the Coupe de France for the seventh time in eight seasons after being ousted in the round of 32 last year.
Lyon seeks to achieve consecutive away wins for the first time since March of last year following a recent victory over Monaco. Remarkably, they have not lost an away match in the Coupe de France since the semi-finals in 2023.
Team News and Injuries
Lille will be missing key players such as Marc-Aurele Caillard, Ousmane Toure, and Romain Perraud due to injuries and suspensions. Their initial competition’s opening goal came from Marius Broholm.
On the other hand, Lyon may be without Malick Fofana and Ernest Nuamah, both sidelined with injuries. Defender Moussa Niakate will also miss the match due to international duty. Pavel Sulc, who scored twice in their last Coupe de France match, and Abner will lead Lyon’s offense.
Projected Lineups
| Lille | Lyon |
|---|---|
| Ozer | Descamps |
| Meunier | Kluivert |
| Mbemba | Mata |
| Mandi | Tagliafico |
| Verdonk | Maitland-Niles |
| Andre | Tolisso |
| Bentaleb | Tessmann |
| Broholm | Abner |
| Haraldsson | Merah |
| Fernandez-Pardo | Satriano |
| Giroud | Sulc |
Match Prediction
With Lille’s resilience and Lyon’s strong defense, this match promises to be competitive. The prediction leans towards a 2-1 victory for Lille, based on their ability to score in crucial moments. Each team’s recent form and strategies will play a significant role in determining the outcome.
