Line-up confirmed Olympique Lyonnais x PSG: where to watch the decisive Ligue 1 duel at Groupama Stadium

Olympique Lyonnais and Paris Saint-Germain face off this Sunday, November 9, 2025, at 7:45 pm (UTC time), at the Groupama Stadium, in Lyon, in the 12th round of Ligue 1. The game, which pits leaders PSG against sixth-placed Lyon, promises to be one of the most anticipated of the season, broadcast live on Disney+ in Brazil. The clash is marked by historic rivalry and the strength of PSG, which seeks to consolidate its leadership, while Lyon tries to surprise at home.

Referee Benoit Bastien will referee the match, which will have real-time coverage with detailed statistics, such as ball possession and shots, available on platforms such as Sofascore. Lyon, led by coach Paulo Fonseca, is coming off a 2-0 defeat to Real Betis in the Europa League, while PSG, coached by Luis Enrique, lost 2-1 to Bayern Munich in the Champions League.

• Live broadcast: Disney+, Prime Video and YouTube (CazéTV).
• Venue: Groupama Stadium, Lyon, with capacity for 59,186 fans.
• Confirmed lineups: Lyon in 3-4-2-1; PSG in 4-3-3.
• Featured players: Nicolás Tagliafico (Lyon) and João Neves (PSG).

Match history

In the last five meetings, PSG have won them all, including a 3-2 in Lyon in February 2025. Since 2003, the teams have met 59 times, with 29 wins for PSG, 15 for Lyon and 15 draws, according to data from AiScore.

The average goals in these games is 3.5 per match, indicating disputed clashes with many chances created.

Embezzlement and strategies

Lyon suffers from important absences, such as Orel Mangala, Malick Fofana and Pavel Šulc, who are injured, as well as Hans Hateboer, who is suspended. Paulo Fonseca should bet on Moussa Niakhaté’s defensive solidity and Rayan Ghezzal’s creativity.

PSG also has absences: Achraf Hakimi, Nuno Mendes, Ousmane Dembélé and Désiré Doué are out. Luis Enrique will count on the versatility of João Neves and the offensive strength of Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.

The game will be tactical, with Lyon exploiting counterattacks and PSG maintaining their characteristic possession of the ball.

Formations and highlights

Lyon should enter the field with Dominik Greif in goal and a line of three defenders, led by Clinton Mata. In the middle, Tanner Tessmann and Tyler Morton are key players.

PSG uses a 4-3-3 formation, with Lucas Chevalier in goal and a midfield formed by Warren Zaïre-Emery, Vitinha and Fabián Ruiz. In attack, Kvaratskhelia and Senny Mayulu are the main threats.

Both teams have players capable of unbalancing, with Tagliafico standing out for his defensive consistency and Neves for his vision of the game.

Bets and expectations

Betsson’s odds indicate PSG’s favoritism, with 1.73 for victory, against 4.75 for Lyon and 3.90 for a draw. The probability of both teams scoring is high, at 62% according to Betmines.

Lyon have won six of their seven home games this season, which boosts their confidence to face the leaders. PSG, on the other hand, have not lost to Lyon in five games, with consistent victories away from home.

Stadium and refereeing

The Groupama Stadium, with a capacity for almost 60 thousand fans, will be the stage for the clash. Benoit Bastien, an experienced referee, averages 3.95 cards per game, which suggests a well-controlled match.

The expectation is for an intense game, with Lyon looking to surprise and PSG trying to maintain their lead.