Lille vs Lyon Prediction & Betting Tips (11 January)

A Lille team defeated in the round of 16 of the last three editions began its journey with a timid victory against Lusitanos Saint-Maur N2; 0-1, before the winter break. This result followed another success, the fourth in a row in Ligue 1, at Auxerre 3-4, and allowed the Northerners to start 2026 with confidence. However, they were stopped in their tracks last weekend by Stade Rennais. Beaten at home 0-2, LOSC missed a good opportunity to get back on the Championship podium at the end of the first leg.

 Lyon prepared for this perilous trip with 4 victories in a row in all competitions. On the verge of reaching the round of 16 of the Europa League after defeating Go Ahead Eagles 1-0 and succeeding against Saint-Cyr Collonges R1; 3-0 upon entering the Coupe de France, the Rhone club returned to the competition with a convincing victory in Ligue 1 last weekend, in Monaco 1-3. The players of Paulo Fonseca, the former coach of Lille, took the opportunity to come back to within 2 points of the top four and remain in ambush in the race to qualify for the Champions League. 

Historically, meetings between Lille and Lyon have been tight and often unpredictable, with recent head‑to‑head results reflecting a competitive rivalry. Lyon have edged several of the latest encounters, including a 1–0 league win in September 2025 and a 2–1 victory in April 2025ESPN. Lille, however, have shown they can match Lyon stride for stride, as seen in their 1–1 draw in November 2024 and their high‑scoring 3–4 thriller in May 2024ESPN. Both teams arrive with contrasting trajectories but similar ambitions, and the Coupe de France stage has historically brought out intense performances from each side. With Lille hosting at the Decathlon Arena, the atmosphere is expected to be fierce, and both squads will be aware that a single moment could decide the tie.

Given the recent form of both sides, the injury situations, and the tactical patterns emerging from their latest matches, this encounter promises to be a balanced but hard‑fought contest. Lille’s defensive discipline and home advantage may give them a slight edge, while Lyon’s improving confidence and ability to strike in key moments ensure they remain dangerous throughout the ninety minutes. Taking all factors into account, including their recent head‑to‑head history and current momentum, the most reasonable prediction for this Coupe de France meeting is a 2 : 1 scoreline in favor of Lille.

• Summary: Lille is going head to head with Olympique Lyonnais starting on 11 Jan 2026 at 20:00 UTC . The match is a part of the Coupe de France .
• Lille Feedinco Rating: 6.86
• Lyon Feedinco Rating: 6.86