Lyon vs Strasbourg: Intense clashes ahead in Ligue 1
Lyon and Strasbourg: Direct clash for Ligue 1 position
Sunday’s (26) Ligue 1 clash will see Lyon and Strasbourg locking horns at the Groupama Stadium. Kick-off is slated for 4:45 PM (Brasília time). This Matchday 9 duel has all the makings of a nail-biter, as the former champion of France and the capital club differ by just one point in the standings.
One point apart: Lyon and Strasbourg’s heated rivalry
RC Strasbourg and Olympique Lyonnais have a lengthy history together, with 104 matches between them, all in French league competitions. Lyon has the upper hand with 51 wins compared to 29 for Strasbourg and 24 draws. The last decade has seen Lyon edge out Strasbourg, with five wins, two draws, and three defeats.
Lyon: Blazing a trail in Europa League
Lyon comes into this clash on a high after a 2-0 win over Basel in the Europa League. Thanks to that victory, the French outfit sits pretty atop their group with six points from two games.
In Francia, coach Paulo Fonseca’s troops occupy sixth place, with 15 points after eight matches (five victories, three losses, 11 goals for and eight against). As the home side, Lyon has a 75% success rate in Ligue 1 this term.
Lyonnais will start the match with the same lineup they used against Basel.
Strasbourg: âme of the capital
RC Strasbourg enters the Lyon clash on the back of two consecutive draws in the Conference League; 3-3 against Paris Saint-Germain and 1-1 against Jagiellonia Białystok.
The visitors to the Groupama Stadium currently sit fifth in Ligue 1, with 16 points from eight games (five wins, one draw, two losses, 17 goals scored, and 10 let in). As a visitor, the club has a 50% win rate and has secured a vital point against PSG.
Predictions and betting tips
Both Teams to Score: The ods offered on today’s clash make it clear the game should be highly contested, with plenty of scoring chances. Both teams are capable of finding the net, and our tip is for Over 2.5 goals and Both teams to score.
| Lyon vs Strasbourg Predictions | ||
| Bet | Guess | Odds |
| Both Score | Yes | 1.63 |
| Total Goals | Over 2.5 | 1.71 |
Odds correct at the time of publishing and subject to change.
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More Tips and Where to watch
Ligue 1 fanatics can enjoy this riveting clash on the following platforms:
- TV: ESPN
- Streaming: Disney+
For more predictions, experts from OneFootball share these insights:
Expect more than 8.5 corners in this high-stakes clash. Both clubs favor attacking styles that lead to plenty of crosses.
FAQ
- What time does Lyon vs Strasbourg kick off? The match starts at 4:45 PM (Brasília time).
- Where can I watch the game? ESPN and Disney+.
- Which stadium will host the match? Groupama Stadium in Lyon, France.
Pro Tip
While Lyon is the favorite, do not underestimate Strasbourg’s resilience, especially on their travels.
Technical Sheet
- Match: Lyon vs RC Strasbourg
- Tournament: Ligue 1 2025/2026
- Date & Time: 26/20/2025, 4:45 PM (Brasília time)
- Stadium: Groupama Stadium, Lyon, France
- Transmission: ESPN and Disney+
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