Lille predicted XI v Lyon: Alexsandro suspended, Aïssa Mandi starts

Predicted Lille lineup

Goalkeeper: Lucas Chevalier Defenders: Timothy Weah, José Fonte, Aïssa Mandi, Bafodé Diakité Midfielders: Benjamin André, Angel Gomes, Rémy Cabella Forwards: Edon Zhegrova, Jonathan David, Adam Ounas

Alexsandro suspended

Brazilian forward Alexsandro is suspended for Lille's match against Lyon after picking up a red card in last weekend's draw with Toulouse.

Aïssa Mandi starts

Algerian defender Aïssa Mandi is expected to start in Alexsandro's absence, having been an unused substitute in Lille's last two matches.

Other notable absentees

Other notable absentees for Lille include Ismaily (knee), Adam Ounas (groin), and Jonas Martin (calf).

Lyon's predicted lineup

Lyon are expected to field a strong team for their trip to Lille, with the likes of Alexandre Lacazette, Moussa Dembélé, and Xherdan Shaqiri all in contention to start.

Key battle

One of the key battles in the match will be between Lille's defense and Lyon's attack. Lille have kept just one clean sheet in their last five matches, while Lyon have scored at least twice in each of their last three games.

Prediction

Lyon are the slight favorites to win the match, but Lille will be confident of causing an upset on home soil. A draw is also a possibility, given the two teams' recent form.