Lyon vs RB Salzburg Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | UEFA Europa League 2025-26

They are going to face one another for the second time now.

Lyon are all set to host RB Salzburg in their round 2 league phase fixture of the UEFA Europa League 2025-26 edition. This interesting contest between these clubs will take place at the Groupama Stadium.

Olympique Lyonnais are gearing up for their second game of their European campaign of the ongoing season. The hosts defeated FC Utrecht in their previous UEL game and then defeated Lille in their very next league game. Lyon will be feeling confident coming into the game.

Des grosses frappes et des beaux arrêts ! 🧤 pic.twitter.com/ZpeOHxsqgK

— Olympique Lyonnais (@OL) September 30, 2025

On the other hand, RB Salzburg faced a defeat at the hands of FC Porto in their opening UEFA Europa League game of the current season. They will be away from home for their next European competition match. This will keep them under pressure from the start.

Kick-off:

• Location: Lyon, France
• Stadium: Groupama Stadium
• Date: Friday, October 3
• Kick-off Time: 12:30 a.m. IST (Thursday, Oct 2; 07:00 p.m. GMT/ 03:00 p.m. ET/ 12:00 p.m. PT)
• Referee: Andris Treimanis
• VAR: In use

Form:

Lyon: W-L-W-W-W

Salzburg: D-L-L-L-W

Players to Watch

Corentin Tolisso (Lyon)

The 31-year-old midfielder from France will be looking to help his side yet again. He can control the ball well in the midfield and can also score goals. This is going to make Corentin Tolisso a constant threat to the opponent’s defence.

He can build some solid plays for his teammates in the attacking front.

Petar Ratkov (RB Salzburg)

Petar Ratkov will be keen on stepping up his game so that he can help his side stand a chance against Olympique Lyonnais. The upcoming fixture is not going to be an easy fixture for the visitors. A strong performance from the 22-year-old can help RB Salzburg.

Match Facts

• RB Salzburg have only won one of their last five matches.
• Lyon have emerged victorious in four of their last five games.
• These clubs are going to face each other for the second time.

Lyon vs Salzburg: Betting Tips and Odds

• Lyon to win @11/20 William Hill
• Martin Satriano to score @13/2 Unibet
• Goals under 3.5 @1/2 bet365

Injury and Team News

Abner, Remy Descamps and two other squad members for Lyon will not be in action as they are injured.

RB Salzburg will be without the services of John Mellberg, Karim Konate and two other players. They have injuries.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 1

Lyon won: 0

Salzburg won: 1

Draws: 0

Predicted Lineups

Lyon predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Greif (GK); Maitland-Niles, Mata, Niakhate, Tagliafico; Morton, Tessmann, Tolisso; Karabec, Merah, Fofana

Salzburg predicted lineup (4-4-2)

Schlager (GK); Lainer, Gadou, Rasmussen, Terzic; Yeo, Bidstrup, Diambou, Alajbegovic; Ratkov, Baidoo

Match Prediction

These clubs are going to come up with an interesting performance against each other, but Lyon are likely to come out on top to secure a win against RB Salzburg in their upcoming UEFA Europa League clash.

Prediction: Lyon 2-1 Salzburg

Telecast Details

India: SonyLIV, Sony Sports Network

UK: TNT Sports

US: Paramount+, TUDN

Middle East/North Africa: beIN Sports

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