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Lyon vs Crystal Palace: Europa League League Stage Match Preview

Two sides level on three points meet at Parc Olympique Lyonnais on Thursday as Lyon host Crystal Palace in the UEFA Europa League League Stage.

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·15 Oct·2 min read
Lyon vs Crystal Palace: Europa League League Stage Match Preview
Lyon vs Crystal Palace: Europa League League Stage Match PreviewPhotograph: MatchdayReport picture desk

Lyon host Crystal Palace at Parc Olympique Lyonnais on Thursday, 15 October 2026, for the second match of the UEFA Europa League League Stage, with both clubs separated by nothing in the points column despite occupying different positions in the 34-team table.

Crystal Palace sit second after their opening match, having won their sole fixture by four goals to nil. Lyon are placed eleventh, also with three points from a one-goal victory in their opener. The points gap between the two sides stands at zero.

Across their last five matches in all competitions, both clubs have accumulated exactly 10 points. Lyon's recent run includes three wins, one draw and one defeat, with their most recent outing ending in a loss to Lens. Crystal Palace's last five show three wins, one draw and one defeat, their most recent result a victory over Nottingham Forest.

Crystal Palace are currently in the top two of the UEFA Europa League table, while Lyon sit within the top third of the 34-team standings. The fixture offers each club a direct test against a team matching them on points.

Kick-off is at 16:45 UTC on Thursday, 15 October 2026.

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