7 December 2016 at 19:45
Match Summary
Lyon and Sevilla drew 0:0. The match was played in UEFA Champions League 2016. 5 yellow cards were shown. Lyon had 58% possession while Sevilla held 42%. Lyon had 24 shots (5 on target) compared to 2 (0 on target) for Sevilla. Lyon made 3 substitutions, Sevilla made 2.
Match Events
Key match events between Lyon and Sevilla — 0 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Lyon had 58% possession against Sevilla's 42%. Lyon registered 24 shots (5 on target) while Sevilla managed 2 (0 on target). Corner kicks: 8–3. Fouls committed: 10–12.
Lineups
Lyon lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under B. Génésio, while Sevilla deployed a 4-4-1-1 under J. Sampaoli.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Lyon is 6.72, compared to — for Sevilla. 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. Lyon's highest-rated starter is C. Tolisso (7.05), while Sevilla's best-rated player is —.
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Lyon have contributed 8 goals and 1 assists this season, led by C. Tolisso (8G). Sevilla's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Lyon deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Sevilla's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Lyon field 5 midfielders averaging 6.72, versus Sevilla's 6 rated —. 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.
Forward Threat
Lyon start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 0 for Sevilla averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 83% for Lyon and —% for Sevilla. 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.
Discipline
Lyon's starters have collected 5 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Sevilla. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Lyon's starting XI is 32.0 (youngest: C. Tolisso (31), oldest: R. Ghezzal (33)), while Sevilla average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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
Lyon's starters average 18 league appearances each, versus 0 for Sevilla. 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.
Substitutes
Coach: B. Génésio
Substitutes
Coach: J. Sampaoli
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Lyon have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Sevilla show 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Lyon vs Sevilla Head to Head Results
Lyon and Sevilla have met 1 times — Lyon won 0, Sevilla won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2016. Sevilla leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 1 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.00 per match (0 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–0 in 2016.
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