In the first leg of the Europa League quarter-finals, Olympique Lyon will host Manchester United at home on April 10, 2025, at 9:00 PM at the Groupama Stadium.
Team performance
Olympique Lyon:
Lyon have been in excellent form recently, winning eight of their last ten matches. They are particularly strong at home, where their attacking play is outstanding, although they are sometimes vulnerable in defence.
Manchester United:
Manchester United have had a mixed season, currently sitting in 13th place in the Premier League, which has been disappointing for their fans. However, they are unbeaten in the Europa League, reaching the quarter-finals with a 5-2 aggregate win over Real Sociedad.
Important missing items
Olympique Lyon:
- Ernest Nuamah: He is unavailable due to a torn ACL.
- Malick Fofana: He is absent due to an ankle injury.
Manchester United:
- Lisandro Martinez: He cannot play due to a knee injury.
- Amad Diallo: He is absent due to an ankle injury.
- Ayden Heaven: He cannot be used due to an ankle injury.
- Jonny Evans: He will miss out due to back problems.
- Matthijs de Ligt: His game is questionable due to an ankle injury.
- Kobbie Mainoo: He is recovering from a calf injury, but has returned to training.
Tactical analysis
Olympique Lyon:
Head coach Paulo Fonseca is expected to use a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Rayan Cherki, Corentin Tolisso and Thiago Almada supporting striker Giorgi Mikautadze up front, while Nemanja Matic and Tanner Tessmann provide stability in midfield.
Manchester United:
Ruben Amorim's side are likely to play in a 3-4-2-1 formation, with Joshua Zirkzee as the centre forward, with Bruno Fernandes and Alejandro Garnacho in support roles behind him. In midfield, Casemiro and Manuel Ugarte will control the game, while in defence, Harry Maguire will lead the three-man back line.
Weather conditions
The weather in Lyon during the match is expected to be pleasant, spring-like, with temperatures around 15°C and light winds. Precipitation is unlikely, so the weather will not significantly affect the game.
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