Matchday 2 of the 2025/26 Europa League group stage between Lyon (France) and Salzburg (Austria) will take place on October 2 at the Parc Olympique Lyonnais. Lyon vs. Salzburg: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Lyon
In the first round of the current Europa League campaign, the team secured a narrow away victory against Utrecht (1-0). The match was decided by a goal scored in the 75th minute. This win marked Lyon's first victory in three matches in this tournament, extending their scoring streak to six games. Notably, in their last 10 Europa League games, the French side has only suffered one defeat, with five wins and four draws.
- At least two goals have been scored in five of Lyon's last six Europa League matches.
- The team's unbeaten home run in this European competition stands at four matches (two wins, two draws).
- The French side has conceded in nine of their last 12 Europa League games.
Predicted lineup for Lyon (4-2-3-1)
Dominik Greif – Ruben Kluivert, Clinton Mata, Moussa Niakate, Nicolas Tagliafico – Mathys de Carvalho, Tyler Morton – Adam Karabec, Malik Fofana, Pavel Schultz – Martin Satriano.
The suspension of key midfielder Corentin Tolisso has ended. Due to injuries, goalkeeper Remy Deschamps, defender Abner, midfielder Orel Mangala, and forward Ernest Nuamah will be unavailable.
Salzburg
Last week in the Europa League, the club suffered a disappointing home defeat to Porto (0-1). It seemed like the match was heading for a goalless draw, but Salzburg conceded in the 93rd minute, failing to secure any points. The team has now lost four of their last five Europa League matches. Over their last seven games in this European competition, the Austrians have only managed one win, one draw, and five losses.
- Salzburg has conceded in eight of their last nine Europa League games.
- The club's uncompromising streak in this tournament has reached five games (one win, four losses).
- At least two goals have been scored in 11 of the team's last 12 Europa League matches.
Predicted lineup for Salzburg (4-4-2)
Alexander Schlager – Stefan Lainer, Kouaku Gadu, Jacob Rasmussen, Aleksa Terzic – Mads Bidstrup, Soumaila Diabate, Moussa Yeo, Kerim-Sam Alibegovic – Edmund Badu, Petar Ratkov.
Midfielder Clement Bischof has served his suspension. Forward Karim Konate is unavailable due to injury.
Referee
Andris Treimanis (Latvia)
Matches – 10 (International matches, 2024/25–2025/26);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 64;
Average yellow cards per match – 6.4;
Red cards shown – 3;
Average fouls per match – 29;
Penalties – 30%.
Lyon vs. Salzburg: Match Prediction
Lyon has extended their scoring streak in the Europa League to six matches, and it is immediately noticeable that in four of their last five games in this tournament, the club has scored at least two goals. With the support of the home crowd, the French side always strives to deliver their best performance, especially in attack. The team has scored at least two goals in 14 of their last 20 home Europa League matches.
Salzburg continues to struggle with balance, leading to regular defensive errors. Additionally, the club often falters at the first sign of trouble during a match, conceding two or more goals in five of their last seven Europa League games. On foreign soil, Salzburg finds it even harder to maintain defensive solidity, resulting in at least two goals conceded in their last five away Europa League matches.
My prediction: Lyon individual total over 1.5 goals
