In a crucial matchup, Olympique Lyonnais will face SCO Angers at the Stade Raymond Kopa this Sunday. However, they will do so without key player Malick Fofana, who is sidelined due to a recent operation on his ankle. Fofana had just returned from an earlier injury but will now miss the next two weeks.
Team Updates Ahead of Lyon vs. Angers
Alongside Fofana, Lyon will also be without Nicolas Tagliafico, who is suspended for this matchup. Additionally, coach Paulo Fonseca will not have Rémi Himbert and Ernest Nuamah available for selection.
Expected Line-Up for Olympique Lyonnais
In light of these absences, Lyon is set to make some changes to their starting lineup. Endrick is anticipated to fill the right wing position.
- Goalkeeper: Dominik Greif
- Defenders: Abner, Moussa Niakhaté, Clinton Mata, Ainsley Maitland-Niles
- Midfielders: Tyler Morton, Tanner Tessmann, Corentin Tolisso
- Forwards: Afonso Moreira, Endrick, Pavel Sulc
This strategic change comes as Lyon aims to secure a vital victory against Angers, despite missing some of their key players. The match promises to be an exciting contest as Lyon seeks to overcome these challenges on the road.
