Lyon vs Lille: Predicted lineup, injury news, head-to-head, telecast

Published at :November 24, 2023 at 6:02 PM

Modified at :January 14, 2024 at 1:15 AM

Lille aims to extend their ongoing undefeated streak against struggling Lyon

Lyon’s French top-flight season has begun as a nightmare, finding themselves at the bottom of the table presently. Nevertheless, their solitary win occurred in their most recent Ligue 1 match before the international break, securing a 1-0 victory at Rennes. This win halted an 11-game streak without a win for OL that stretched back to the previous season.

In their previous match, Lille secured a 1-1 draw at home against Toulouse. Lille’s recent impressive performance has positioned them in fourth place on the table, keeping them in contention for European berths this season. The match against Toulouse also saw a run of three straight clean sheets end in the French top-flight.

Kick-off:

Monday, 27 November 2023 at 7:45 PM GMT (1:15 AM IST)

Location: Groupama Stadium

Form

Lyon (Ligue 1): L-D-L-D-W

Lille (Ligue 1): D-W-W-D-D

Players to watch:

Alexandre Lacazette (Lyon)

The primary threat for Lyon will be Alexandre Lacazette. As a team facing challenges at the bottom of the league, they rely on their experienced player to take charge and find the net. Lacazette has scored three goals in eight matches this season. Lacazette’s consistent presence and knack for finding the net make him crucial for Lyon’s aspirations of climbing up the league standings.

Jonathan David (Lille)

David has been a key player for Lille in the 2023-24 season, making 12 appearances in Ligue 1 scoring two goals and providing one assist. The 23-year-old has been amongst the top goalscorer for the club this season, he has been contributing to the team’s attack this season. He has become an important player for Lille’s title charge and is one of the league’s most in-form players.

Match facts:

Lyon have failed to win in six home games in the league.
Lille are unbeaten in four away games in Ligue One, they are also unbeaten in their previous nine outings in all competitions after three straight draws.
Fabio Grosso’s team heads into this game on the back of just one win in their 11 league matches this season.

Injury & team news:

Nicolas Tagliafico is suspended for this game because of a red card that he received. Clinton Mata and Johann Lepenant are amongst the other players who will miss this match due to injuries, Mata will miss a few weeks and Lepenant is out till next year’s February.

Benjamin Andre will miss the game for the away side as he is suspended for this match. Tiago Djalo will also miss the match due to injury for Lille. Bafode Diakite, their defender who has been the top goalscorer for Lille will miss the match due to discomfort, his return is expected in early December.

Head to Head

Total matches – 40

Lyon wins – 9

Lille wins – 15

Draws – 16

Predicted lineup:

Lyon predicted lineup:

Lopez; Silva, O’brien, Lovren, Mata; Caqueret, Tolisso, Diawara; Lacazette, Cherki, Balde

Lille predicted lineup:

Chevalier; Santos, Yoro, Alexsandro, Ismaily; Bentaleb, Cabella; Zhegrova, Gomes, Cavaleiro; David

Match prediction for Lyon vs Lille:

Lyon has been inconsistent this season, but they have shown flashes of their potential. They are a team that is capable of scoring goals, but they have also been prone to defensive lapses. Lille has been a bit more consistent than Lyon this season, but they have still struggled to score goals. They are a team that is difficult to break down defensively, but they can also be frustrating to watch offensively.

Prediction: Lyon 1-2 Lille

Telecast

India – Jio Cinema

UK – beIN Sports

USA – FuboTV

Nigeria – Canal+

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