Olympique Lyonnais vs Angers SCO 19 Sep 2025

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This match is played on date 19 Sep 2025
This match takes place in Groupama Stadium (Décines-Charpieu) – In championship competitions Ligue 1 by Season 2025/2026
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⚽ OLYMPIQUE LYONNAIS VS ANGERS SCO – MATCH PREVIEW
Match Summary Table
FEATURE | DETAILS |
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Fixture | Olympique Lyonnais vs Angers SCO |
Competition | Ligue 1 – 2025/26 Season |
Date | Saturday, September 20, 2025 |
Kick-off Time | 21:00 local time (19:00 UTC) |
Venue | Groupama Stadium, Lyon |
Broadcast | Ligue 1 official broadcasters (Amazon Prime Video, Canal+, beIN Sports) |
Last Meeting | Lyon 2–0 Angers (Ligue 1, April 2023) |
Head-to-Head | Lyon: 3 wins – Angers: 1 win – Draws: 1 |
🔎 OVERVIEW
The spotlight falls on Groupama Stadium as Olympique Lyonnais take on Angers SCO in a Ligue 1 clash that pits a club with European ambitions against a side determined to avoid relegation worries.
Lyon are seeking consistency under their new project, aiming to re-establish themselves as one of France’s elite clubs. Meanwhile, Angers, back in Ligue 1 after recent struggles, are battling for survival and will see this fixture as a chance to test themselves against one of the league’s traditional powerhouses.
🔴 OLYMPIQUE LYONNAIS – PUSHING FOR THE TOP
Lyon enter the game eager to make a statement, especially in front of their home fans. Their mix of exciting young talent and experienced campaigners gives them attacking flair and creativity, though defensive stability remains a work in progress.
Strengths:
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Strong attacking combinations with pace and flair
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Ability to dominate possession at home
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Depth in midfield creativity
Key Players:
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Alexandre Lacazette – Veteran striker and clinical finisher
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Rayan Cherki – Creative playmaker capable of unlocking defenses
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Corentin Tolisso – Midfield leader with experience and composure
Likely Tactics: Lyon are expected to play a 4-3-3, pushing full-backs high, controlling midfield with short passing, and relying on Lacazette’s finishing to capitalize on chances.
⚫ ANGERS SCO – FIGHTING SPIRIT
Angers approach this game as underdogs but carry a reputation for resilience. Their focus will be on defensive compactness, while hoping to exploit counter-attacking opportunities and set pieces.
Strengths:
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Organized defensive shape
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Dangerous on the break against open defenses
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Determined mentality in difficult fixtures
Key Players:
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Himad Abdelli – Midfield orchestrator with passing range
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Loïs Diony – Striker with strength and finishing ability
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Pierrick Capelle – Experienced midfielder adding balance and leadership
Likely Tactics: Angers are likely to deploy a 4-4-2 formation, staying deep to frustrate Lyon, while targeting fast transitions and set-piece chances.
📊 HEAD-TO-HEAD SNAPSHOT
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Total Meetings (last 5): 5
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Lyon Wins: 3
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Angers Wins: 1
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Draws: 1
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Goal Trend: Lyon have kept clean sheets in their last two meetings with Angers.
📉 FORM GUIDE (LAST 5 MATCHES)
TEAM | FORM |
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Olympique Lyonnais | 🟩 🟨 🟥 🟩 🟨 |
Angers SCO | 🟥 🟨 🟩 🟨 🟥 |
🎯 MATCH VERDICT
Prediction: Olympique Lyonnais 2–0 Angers SCO
Lyon’s superior attacking quality and home advantage make them strong favorites. Angers will likely defend deep and work hard to frustrate their hosts, but Lyon’s creativity and firepower should prove too much to handle over 90 minutes.