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by Erik Gibbs | in Europa League Picks
Lyon and Salzburg face off in a fixture that highlights two teams with contrasting patterns in their domestic and European campaigns. Lyon's recent Ligue 1 form shows a team gathering momentum, winning several matches while conceding few goals, thanks to a disciplined defensive setup. Their victories often come by narrow margins, reflecting an approach that prioritizes organization and tactical efficiency over expansive attacking play.
In Europe, they began with a win that demonstrated their ability to remain compact and take advantage of limited opportunities. Salzburg's domestic form, by comparison, has been more uneven in the Austrian Bundesliga; while still competitive at the top end of the table, they have dropped points against mid-table sides due to defensive lapses and an inability to convert possession into goals.
Their first European match was a defeat that exposed vulnerabilities to quick transitions and counter-attacks. Salzburg tend to dominate the ball domestically but can struggle to break down well-organized defenses on the European stage.
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Lyon vs Salzburg Form
Table
| Teams | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
7
|
9 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
|
28
|
3 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | -2 |
Lyon and Salzburg Latest Matches
5/6 (83%)
0/6 (0%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Sep 28, 2025 - Ligue 1
Sep 25, 2025 - Europa League
Sep 19, 2025 - Ligue 1
Sep 14, 2025 - Ligue 1
Aug 31, 2025 - Ligue 1
Aug 23, 2025 - Ligue 1
5/6 (83%)
1/6 (17%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Sep 19, 2025 - Ligue 1
Aug 31, 2025 - Ligue 1
Aug 23, 2025 - Ligue 1
Aug 9, 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
Jul 23, 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
Jul 19, 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Sep 28, 2025 - Ligue 1
Sep 25, 2025 - Europa League
Sep 14, 2025 - Ligue 1
Aug 16, 2025 - Ligue 1
Aug 2, 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
Jul 30, 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Sep 28, 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
Sep 25, 2025 - Europa League
Sep 20, 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
Sep 13, 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
Aug 30, 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
Aug 27, 2025 - ÖFB Cup
2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Sep 25, 2025 - Europa League
Sep 20, 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
Aug 30, 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
Aug 23, 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
Aug 9, 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
Aug 6, 2025 - Champions League
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Sep 28, 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
Sep 13, 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
Aug 27, 2025 - ÖFB Cup
Aug 16, 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
Aug 12, 2025 - Champions League
Aug 2, 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
Lyon against Salzburg Lineups: Starting 11
Formation : 4 - 3 - 3
Formation : 4 - 4 - 2
Missing players
R. Descamps
DefenderA. Vinicius
MidfielderO. Mangala
E. Nuamah
Most goals and assists
Lyon
Salzburg
P. Sulc
(4 Goals)
, 
C. Tolisso
(4 Goals)
P. Ratkov
(7 Goals)
, 
Y. Vertessen
(7 Goals)
A. Karabec
(3 Assists)
M. Kjaergaard
(4 Assists)
Lyon - Salzburg Key Points
- Lyon are 10-0 in their last 10 Europa League games
- Salzburg are 0-3 in their last 3 Europa League games
- Lyon have scored 16 goals and conceded 14 in their last 20 games
- Salzburg have scored 14 goals and conceded 17 in their last 20 games
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Our Lyon vs Salzburg Prediction
Lyon will look to Alexandre Lacazette for goals. His sharp movement and finishing provide a reliable scoring outlet, and his link-up play aids the team in maintaining possession in the final third. Young midfielder Rayan Cherki adds creativity and unpredictability, capable of unlocking defenses with his dribbling and vision.
For Salzburg, Benjamin Šeško brings speed and power up front, posing an aerial threat and stretching defenses with his runs. Midfielder Nicolas Seiwald offers industry and ball-winning abilities in the center, supporting both defensive stability and attacking transitions. Lyon's solid form and defensive structure suggest they are well-positioned to control the match, especially at home. Salzburg have the weapons to threaten on the break, but they will need to be efficient with their chances and organized defensively to obtain a positive result.
Overall, Lyon appear slightly stronger thanks to recent results and cohesion, but Salzburg's direct style could make the contest closer than expected. Our prediction for Lyon vs. Salzburg: Over 2.5 goals.
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