Match Summary
Nantes defeated Lyon 3:2. The match was played in Coupe de France 2014. Goals were scored by A. Lacazette 5′, V. Bessat 19′, V. Bessat 21′, N. Fekir 59′, V. Bessat 89′. Nantes made 3 substitutions, Lyon made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Nantes and Lyon — 5 goals and 0 cards recorded during the match.
Lineups
Nantes lined up in a — formation, while Lyon deployed a —.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Nantes is —, compared to 7.03 for Lyon. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Nantes's highest-rated starter is —, while Lyon's best-rated player is C. Tolisso (7.75).
Midfield Control
Nantes field 11 midfielders averaging —, versus Lyon's 11 rated 7.03. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages —% for Nantes and 95% for Lyon. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Age & Experience
The average age of Nantes's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Lyon average 32.0 (youngest: C. Tolisso (31), oldest: R. Ghezzal (33)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Nantes's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 2 for Lyon. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Nantes have recorded 0 wins, 3 draws and 3 defeats. Lyon show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Nantes vs Lyon Head to Head Results
Nantes and Lyon have met 27 times — Nantes won 3, Lyon won 17, with 7 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2013. Lyon leads the head-to-head with 17 victories from 27 meetings. A combined 66 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.44 per match (19 for the home side, 47 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 12 matches (44%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 11 games (41%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Lyon are currently unbeaten in the last 6 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–4 in 2020.
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Recent Meetings (27)
API data: 8 Apr 2026