Ligue 1 action on September 4, 2026, sees Lyon host Auxerre, with the home side firmly established as favourites. Lyon arrive in formidable form, having won four and drawn one of their last five outings, underpinning their impressive 56% win rate this season (18W 6D 8L). They've also been potent in attack, bagging 52 goals, while conceding a respectable 34.
Auxerre, conversely, face an uphill battle. Their season has been a struggle, reflected in a 19% win rate (6W 10D 16L) and a recent run of just one win in five, alongside three draws and a loss. Goals have been hard to come by, with only 30 scored, and their defence has been more permeable, letting in 43. Recent head-to-head encounters show a mixed bag, including a 3-2 Lyon win and a 0-0 draw, but the current form strongly favors the hosts. Lyon will look to exploit Auxerre's defensive frailties, while Auxerre will need a disciplined performance and perhaps a moment of magic to upset the odds. Watch for Lyon's attacking prowess against Auxerre's resilience.
1. D. Greif, 13. Z. Athekame, 20. F. Bacher, 19. M. Niakhate, 3. N. Tagliafico, 2. M. Bidstrup, 23. T. Morton, 7. E. Nuamah, 8. C. Tolisso, 26. K. Boudache, 17. L. Openda
23. M. Diop, 27. L. Sy, 20. S. Diomande, 35. E. Legros, 92. C. Akpa, 8. N. Ahamada, 46. A. Piedfort, 5. K. Danois, 21. R. Faivre, 10. D. Namaso, 3. R. Labeau Lascary
Match events
18' Var Goal cancelled — Loïs Openda (Lyon)
22' Var Goal cancelled — Cameron Archer (Auxerre)
26' Card Yellow Card — Arthur Piedfort (Auxerre)
28' Goal Normal Goal — Felix Bacher (Lyon) (assists: Ernest Nuamah)
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