Lille vs Lyon

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KICK-OFF at 20:00 (UTC) on 1st November 2024
The referee for this match is J. Brisard
Game played at Decathlon Arena – Stade Pierre-Mauroy
This is a match in France – Ligue 1 2024/2025, Gameweek 10

Fofana’s Stoppage-Time Equaliser Leaves Lille Malick-ing Their Wounds

LOSC Lille narrowly missed out on a move to second place in Ligue 1 after a dramatic 1-1 draw against Olympique Lyonnais, who clawed back in stoppage time with a late leveller from Malick Fofana. The game was a testament to both sides’ resolve, as Lille’s early dominance eventually succumbed to Lyon’s last-minute efforts, leaving both teams with a hard-fought point.

Lille’s Dominance Marred by Missed Opportunities

From the outset, Lille was relentless, pressing Lyon’s defense and dictating the game. Gabriel Gudmundsson nearly opened the scoring with a shot that rattled the crossbar. However, it only took a misplaced backpass from Ainsley Maitland-Niles to change the scoreline, as Jonathan David pounced on the error, rounded Lyon’s keeper Lucas Perri, and tapped into an empty net.

The pressure didn’t let up, with Angel Gomes striking the post from a free-kick that nearly doubled Lille’s advantage. Lille’s attack continued to press throughout the second half, coming inches close to another goal through Thomas Meunier’s wide shot.

Lyon’s Resilience Pays Off in Dramatic Finale

Lyon struggled to convert chances but had opportunities to equalize, notably when Alexandre Lacazette fired over from just three yards. Later, Rayan Cherki’s strike off the crossbar proved Lyon’s closest attempt as they pressed Lille in search of an equalizer.

In stoppage time, it was finally Lyon’s persistence that paid off. Maitland-Niles, determined to make amends, crossed to Malick Fofana, who steered it into the net to secure a draw. Lille rose to third, while Lyon temporarily climbed to fifth in the Ligue 1 standings, with Benjamin André (LOSC Lille) awarded Flashscore Man of the Match.