Where to watch Lille vs Aston Villa today in the UEFA Europa League

The first leg of the UEFA Europa League round of 16 between Lille and Aston Villa takes place today at the Decathlon Arena – Stade Pierre-Mauroy stadium, at Villeneuve d’Ascq, at França. The match is scheduled for 5:45 pm local time (France). Lille seeks to advance in the continental competition after a solid campaign in the group stage, while Aston Villa arrives as one of the strongest teams in the group and wants to maintain its good European momentum. Ambos the clubs have experienced players and are looking for an advantage for the return game in Inglaterra.

The confrontation stands out due to the technical quality of the teams and the recent history between them. Lille has been competitive at home, with an organized defense and quick transitions. Já o Aston Villa bet on intensity and offensive quality to impose their rhythm. The expectation is for a balanced duel, with real chances of goals for both sides.

Where to watch live Lille x Aston Villa

The game is live streamed on Amazon Prime Video on Brasil and in various regions. In other countries, channels such as TNT Sports and Paramount+ show the match. Opções streaming services include official UEFA services and partner platforms, with video coverage and real-time narration.

Probable lineups

Lille must enter the field with Berke Özer in goal, a defense formed by Tiago Santos, Aïssa Mandi, Nathan Ngoy and Romain Perraud. In the middle, Benjamin André, Ayyoub Bouaddi and Nabil Bentaleb organize the plays, with Hákon Haraldsson, Olivier Giroud and Matias Fernandez-Pardo in attack. Coach Bruno Genesio adjusts the team considering absences due to injury, such as Ethan Mbappé, Hamza Igamane and others.

Aston Villa projects Emiliano Martínez into the goal, with a defense of Ezri Konsa, Tyrone Mings, Lucas Digne and another winger. In the middle, Douglas Luiz and Amadou Onana are fixed, while Jhon Duran or Ollie Watkins lead the charge alongside Morgan Rogers, Unai Emery recovers some athletes, but has absences such as John McGinn in doubt and other recent injuries.

Embezzlement and returns

Lille faces several important casualties in the medical department, with players like Osame Sahraoui, Ousmane Touré and others out due to injury or illness. Isso forces the coach to resort to options from the younger squad in some positions. Olivier Giroud returns and should be a starter in the attack.

In Aston Villa, injuries affect the squad, with Matty Cash out of the game and others recovering. The return of key players in midfield helps maintain tactical balance. The English team arrives with confidence after good recent results in the competition.

Last five games for each team

Lille is on a positive streak at home, with a tight victory over Lorient last weekend. Antes, drew with Nantes, beat Crvena Zvezda in Europa, overcame Angers and drew in another European duel. The team has a recent unbeaten record in domestic and continental competitions.

Aston Villa lost to Chelsea in a recent Premier League game, but previously beat Leeds, drew with Newcastle and had mixed results against Brighton and other opponents. Na Europa, the team maintains high performance and seeks to repeat consistent performances.

Confrontation history

Lille and Aston Villa have faced each other in previous European competitions, including the quarter-finals of Conference League in 2024, with home wins for each side and qualification decided on penalties for Villa. In total, the duels show balance, with Lille taking advantage in some old Intertoto Cup games. Este is the first meeting in UEFA Europa League.

Weather forecast in Lille

The temperature at departure time is around 8°C to 10°C, with cloudy skies and the possibility of light rain. The wind blows moderate to strong from the southwest, which can influence set pieces and long throws. Condições typical of March in the northern region of França, requiring teams to pay attention to the wet lawn.

Curiosities of the confrontation

Olivier Giroud, experienced striker from Lille, faces former teammates from Ollie Watkins is Aston Villa’s top scorer in the European season. The Pierre-Mauroy stadium has a capacity for more than 50 thousand fans and should receive a good crowd. Ingressos for the game sold quickly, reflecting interest in the duel.

The Lille occupies an intermediate position in the Ligue 1, but grows in the Europa with tactical organization. Aston Villa, vice-leader in Premier League at times, uses the competition to gain pace and confidence. Bruno Genesio and Unai Emery prepare specific strategies to neutralize the opponent’s strengths.

Predictions for the game

Analysts point to slight favoritism for Aston Villa due to the quality of the squad and moment, but Lille has an advantage in field control and can surprise with counterattacks. A draw with goals or a minimum victory for either side is a likely scenario. Over goals appear as a trend in recent games for both teams.