Olympique Lyonnais travels to Metz this Friday for the 23rd day of Ligue 1 (9 p.m.). Here is the expected composition for the Rhone club.
After four consecutive victories in all competitions, Olympique Lyonnais intends to confirm its revival in Metz, this Friday evening, in a match counting for the 23rd day of Ligue 1 (kick-off at 9 p.m.).
Pierre Sage gave a brief update on the state of the troops before this trip to Lorraine. “ Corentin Tolisso is unavailable. He should make his return for Strasbourg. Apart from Nicolas Tagliafico (suspended), everyone is applying (Lovren and Henrique are back, editor’s note) “.
Intense competition in all lines
The OL coach will therefore be spoiled for choice when it comes to putting together his starting lineup against a team perceived as “ a direct competitor“. “ There are people there and so much the better. We want to field the best team and everyone must accept that. There is the need to register as a team player even when you play 10 or 15 minutes. Player statuses may change from one match to another “.
If OL should maintain a 4-3-3 formation, several surprises are possible. O’Brien, returning from suspension, could regain his place in central defense alongside Mata, in a line where Maitland-Niles and Tagliafico are also expected. In the midfield, Mangala could support Matic and Caqueret. Up front, Cherki should not start. Nuamah, Lacazette and Benrahma are expected at kick-off.
The expected line-up for OL : Lopes – Maitland-Niles, Mata, O’Brien, Tagliafico – Caqueret, Matic, Mangala – Nuamah, Lacazette, Benrahma.
