Lyon Aims for European Spot in Final Ligue 1 Match Against Angers

LYON, France — Lyon will host Angers on Saturday night in a crucial Ligue 1 match at Groupama Stadium, as they fight to keep their European ambitions alive.

The match, scheduled for May 17, 2025, comes after Lyon’s disappointing 2-0 defeat to Monaco in their last outing. This latest loss marked their second consecutive defeat in Ligue 1, a situation that has placed them at risk of missing out on European competition next season.

Currently sitting seventh in the league, Lyon trails Nice, Lille, and Strasbourg by three points for the final European qualification spot. Despite needing some favorable results elsewhere, Lyon is determined to secure three points on home turf, where they have scored an impressive 35 goals in 16 matches this season.

The French giants have strong attacking options in Georges Mikautadze and Rayan Cherki, who have combined for 24 goals this campaign. Their performance will be vital as they seek to reclaim their place among the continent’s elite.

On the other hand, Angers has had a successful season, having just secured their status in Ligue 1 following a promotion from Ligue 2. They recently achieved back-to-back victories over Nantes and Strasbourg, and currently sit comfortably in 13th place.

Despite their mid-table position, Angers has not won against Lyon in their last four meetings, possessing a negative aggregate score of 14-3 against them since August 2021. Angers will miss key players due to injuries but hopes to maintain their form on the road.

Lyon, meanwhile, will be without several key players, including a sidelined midfielder and another player linked with a move to the Premier League due to injuries. The home team needs a strong performance to keep their European hopes alive as the season reaches its climax.

As the kickoff approaches, all eyes will be on Lyon to see if they can deliver the necessary victory and keep their aspirations alive for next season.