Match Overview

The 10th round match between Paris FC and Lyon is scheduled for October 29th at the Stade Charléty. Here’s a detailed preview, prediction, odds, and statistics for the Paris FC vs Lyon clash.

Paris FC Team Analysis

For the second time this season, the capital club has suffered consecutive defeats in the league. They first lost 2-1 away to Lens, followed by another 2-1 home defeat against Nantes. Stéphane Gilli’s side currently sits in 11th place in the standings. Notably, their matches average 3.4 goals.

Paris FC Key Stats

• Paris FC has failed to win in 4 of their last 5 matches (1 draw, 3 losses).
• Both teams have scored in 7 of Paris FC’s last 8 league outings.
• At least 3 goals have been scored in 6 of the club’s last 8 matches.

Paris FC Predicted Lineup (4-3-3)*

Oben Nkambadio – Samir Chergui, Moustapha Mbow, Amari Traoré, Thibo De Smet – Vincent Marchetti, Maxime Lopez, Pierre Lees-Melou – Moses Simon, Ilan Kebbal, Jean-Philippe Krasso.   

Lyon Team Analysis

Lyon had gone two consecutive league matches without a win, losing 2-1 to Toulouse and 3-2 to Nice. In the last round, Jorge Maciel’s men hosted Strasbourg and narrowly avoided dropping points again. However, a goal scored after the 90th minute secured a 2-1 victory. Lyon is currently fourth, trailing leaders PSG by two points.

Lyon Key Stats

• The club has won 7 of their last 10 games (3 losses).
• Lyon’s away record in the league shows an uncompromising run of 11 matches (5 wins, 6 losses), with no draws.
• At least 3 goals have been scored in 10 of the club’s last 15 away matches in .

Lyon Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1)*

Dominik Greif – Moussa Niakhate, Ainsley Maitland-Niles, Nicolás Tagliafico, Clinton Mata – Tyler Morton, Tanner Tessmann – Corentin Tolisso, Malick Fofana, Pavel Schulz – Adam Karabec.   

Referee Profile

Jérémy Stinat (France)

Matches officiated – 21 (, 2024/25–2025/26);

Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 85;

Average yellow cards per match – 4.1;

Red cards shown – 4;

Average fouls per match – 23;

Penalties awarded – 33%. 

Match Prediction: Paris FC vs Lyon

Why Lyon is Favored

In the upcoming match, I believe the visitors are closer to securing all three points. While Lyon may lack consistency, alternating between wins and losses, they possess a significantly stronger squad and are contending for higher positions in the league table. Conversely, Paris FC finds itself in the bottom half of the championship, much closer to the relegation zone than to the top eight.

Defensive Advantage for Lyon

Since their promotion to , Paris FC has managed only 3 victories, all against teams ranked lower in the standings. Against higher-placed clubs, they consistently lose. Furthermore, Lyon boasts a solid defense, having conceded half as many goals as the capital team. It is precisely due to their superior defensive play that the visitors are expected to emerge victorious in this encounter.

Final Verdict

My prediction: Lyon to Win

Prognosis Author

Oleksandr Oleksenko