Lille and Red Star Belgrade Clash in Europa League Playoff
Lille will welcome Red Star Belgrade to France on February 19, 2026, for a pivotal knockout playoff match in the UEFA Europa League. This contest carries significant weight as both teams vie for a spot in the tournament’s next stage.
Recent Encounter: Red Star Belgrade’s November Victory
The teams previously met on November 6, 2025, with Red Star Belgrade emerging victorious with a 1-0 win. The match, played in Belgrade, saw Marko Arnautovic score the decisive goal from the penalty spot in the 85th minute. The attendance at the Rajko Mitic Stadium was 32,711.
Match Details and Form
Lille will be looking to avenge their earlier defeat on home turf. The game promises to be a tightly contested affair, with both sides demonstrating competitive form throughout the Europa League campaign.
Key Match Information
- Competition: UEFA Europa League Knockout Playoff
- Date: February 19, 2026
- Venue: Lille
Team Lineups (November 6, 2025)
Here are the starting lineups from their previous encounter:
Red Star Belgrade
- Goalkeeper: Matheus
- Defenders: Veljkovic, Young-Woo, Elsnik, Krunic
- Midfielders: Ivanic, Händel
- Forwards: Radonjic, Arnautovic, Tiknizyan, Tebo
Lille
- Goalkeeper:
- Defenders:
- Midfielders:
- Forwards:
What’s at Stake?
The winner of this playoff tie will advance to the next round of the Europa League, continuing their pursuit of European glory. For both clubs, this represents a significant opportunity to extend their season and compete at the highest level.
Follow Lille v Crvena zvezda 19/02/2026 live – H2H stats, latest results and more information on Flashscore.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the match?
The match is on February 19, 2026, in Lille.
Who won the previous match?
Red Star Belgrade won the previous match 1-0.