Celta Vigo Stuns Lyon, Advances in Europa League
Celta Vigo’s methodical approach left Lyon powerless, a 0-2 second-leg defeat on Thursday night sealing their Europa League exit.
Lyon Falls at First Knockout Hurdle
Despite topping the Europa League standings in the opening phase, Lyon has fallen at the first hurdle in the knockout phase. They are scheduled to host Monaco on Sunday.
First-Half Struggles and a Controversial Red Card
L’Équipe notes that Endrick and Tanner Tessmann could not make the difference under pressure. Roman Iaremtchouk hesitated over Endrick’s pass on 13, then Moussa Niakhaté was sent off on 19 after catching Javi Rueda with his studs.
A rather harsh call– Bosnian referee Irfan Peljto on Moussa Niakhaté’s red card.
Reduced to 10 players, Lyon leaned on Dominik Greif, who saved from Pablo Duran on 26 and Fer Lopez on 36. At half-time, Celta introduced Hugo Alvarez for Williot Swedberg.
Second-Half Pressure and Decisive Goals
Alvarez quickly tormented Steeve Kango and beat him on 50. Endrick wasted a central free-kick on 54, before Greif blocked Carreira on 56.
Alvarez then outfoxed Kango again and squared for Rueda to score from inside the six-yard box on 61. Endrick made way for Pavel Sulc on 67, and Kango later hacked clear a Rueda cross on 73.
Rueda was booked for a block on Afonso Moreira on 89. Jutgla added the second on 90+2, with Greif left exposed by his defence.
Key Performances and Tactical Shifts
Greif stood out for Lyon but a reshaped back line with Tessmann struggled in possession, the American hurried and seemingly caught out by the ball flashing across Greif’s goal for the opener.
Match Details
- Final Score: Lyon 0 – 2 Celta Vigo (Aggregate: 1-3)
- Venue: Groupama Stadium, Lyon, France
- Referee: Irfan Peljto (Bosnia-Herzegovina)
- Celta Vigo Scorers: Javi Rueda (61′), Ferran Jutglà (90+2′)
FAQ
What was the final score of the match?
The final score was Lyon 0 – 2 Celta Vigo.
Who scored for Celta Vigo?
Javi Rueda and Ferran Jutglà scored for Celta Vigo.
Was there a red card in the match?
Yes, Moussa Niakhaté of Lyon was sent off in the 19th minute.
Celta Vigo’s victory marks a significant upset in the Europa League, demonstrating the competitive nature of European football. Their disciplined performance and clinical finishing secured their place in the quarter-finals.