Lille Team News - Soccer

Hamza Igamane - Signs new contract Igamane (knee) signed a new contract with Lille until the end of the 2030/31 season Saturday.

Impact Igamane is working his way back from a torn ACL and is expected to return to competitive action at some point in December. Lille clearly trust the young forward after signing him to a new deal for four more years. He's yet to play this season but should contend for playing time once he's given the green light to return by the medical staff.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Tanguy Nianzou - Extends Lille deal through 2029 Nianzou signed a one-year contract extension that keeps him at Lille through 2029, the club announced Saturday.

Impact Nianzou has committed his future to Lille until 2029 after a promising start to life at the club. The centre-back arrived from Sevilla in the summer looking to relaunch his career after injury problems in Spain, and he has featured five times this season, two of those in the Champions League. The new deal reflects the club's confidence in him, and he will now aim to build on that with more regular minutes.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ayase Ueda - Expected back against Lyon Ueda (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's Ligue 1 clash against Rennes but could return for the Nov. 21 encounter against Lyon following the international break, according to coa...

Impact Ueda is approaching the final stages of his recovery from a left plantar fascia tear sustained during Lille's Champions League defeat against Arsenal. The Japanese striker was initially expected to spend three to four weeks on the sidelines, although coach Ancelotti had recently expressed hope that he could recover in time to face Rennes. However, the coaching staff has ultimately decided against rushing him back, preferring to give him additional time to regain full fitness during the November international break. His potential return against Lyon would provide Lille with another attacking option after several weeks without the forward, who has scored three goals in six appearances this season.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Nabil Bentaleb - Fully fit for Rennes clash Bentaleb (illness) has fully recovered and is available for Sunday's Ligue 1 clash against Rennes, according to coach Davide Ancelotti. "Yes yes, 100% fit."

Impact Bentaleb is ready to return to competitive action after missing Tuesday's Champions League encounter against Glimt due to illness. The midfielder resumed training Friday, and coach Ancelotti's latest confirmation removes any remaining doubts about his physical condition ahead of the trip to Rennes. His availability represents a significant boost for Lille, given his importance to the team's midfield setup throughout the opening months of the campaign. Bentaleb has made 12 appearances across all competitions this season, including 11 starts and 895 minutes played, establishing himself as a regular presence in the starting lineup.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Nabil Bentaleb - Expected back against Rennes Bentaleb (illness) returned to training Friday after missing Tuesday's Champions League clash against Glimt and is expected to be available for Sunday's Ligue 1 match against Renne...

Impact Bentaleb was left out of Lille's Champions League squad as a precaution due to illness but appears to have recovered in time for Sunday's encounter. The midfielder has been a regular starter this season, making 12 appearances across all competitions, including 11 starts and 895 minutes played. Maurits Kjaergaard filled his usual midfield role against Glimt, but Bentaleb is expected to reclaim his place in the starting lineup if fully fit.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Lyon regrets timing of coach Paulo Fonseca's departure for Sporting Lisbon

Lyon says coach Paulo Fonseca is leaving to join Sporting Lisbon

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Dilane Bakwa - Threatens without finding breakthrough Bakwa recorded one shot (one on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Tuesday's 0-0 draw against Glimt.

Impact Bakwa came closest to breaking the deadlock for Lille during the first half, finishing a well-constructed attacking move involving Hakon Haraldsson and Soriba Diaoune with a shot that Nikita Haikin saved in the 31st minute. He remained active down the right flank as Lille increased the pressure after halftime, delivering a dangerous cross through the penalty area in the 62nd minute that went untouched. Bakwa finished with five crosses but struggled to find teammates with his deliveries, eventually making way for Gaetan Perrin in the 86th minute as Lille settled for a goalless draw.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Soriba Diaoune - Misses chances in goalless draw Diaoune recorded two shots (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Tuesday's 0-0 draw versus Glimt.

Impact Diaoune was involved in Lille's attacking play throughout Tuesday's scoreless draw at Bodo/Glimt, although he struggled to convert promising situations into genuine scoring opportunities. He produced the visitors' first attempt in the ninth minute but slipped while shooting from the edge of the penalty area, sending the ball well over, before missing the target again from a similar position in the 60th minute. Diaoune also created four chances and contributed two accurate crosses to go with three corners before being replaced in the 81st minute, but neither of his attempts tested Nikita Haikin as Lille failed to capitalize on their territorial dominance.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Berke Ozer - Preserves clean sheet with late saves Ozer made four saves and secured a clean sheet in Tuesday's 0-0 draw against Glimt.

Impact Ozer played a decisive role in Lille's goalless Champions League draw at Bodo/Glimt, producing two important saves during the closing stages as the hosts finally began creating dangerous opportunities. After enjoying a relatively quiet opening hour thanks to Lille's control of possession, he reacted well to deny headers in the 79th and 84th minutes, preventing Bodo/Glimt from snatching a late winner. Ozer finished with four saves and secured a valuable away clean sheet, helping Lille recover defensively after conceding four goals against Galatasaray in their previous Champions League appearance.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ethan Mbappe - Available after suspension Mbappe is available for Lille's Champions League clash against Bayern Munich on Nov. 25 after serving his three-match suspension.

Impact Mbappe was handed a three-match suspension following his red card against Real Betis on Sept. 8, forcing him to miss the encounters against Arsenal, Galatasaray and Bodo/Glimt. The winger is now eligible to return to European action, providing Lille with an additional attacking option on the right flank. His availability comes at an important time for the French side, which has yet to register a victory in the Champions League this season. Mbappe could help strengthen Lille's attacking rotation as the club looks to turn its European campaign around.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Folarin Balogun Ends Goal Drought, Replaces Ansu Fati On Monaco Squad

U.S. striker Folarin Balogun has been added to Monaco’s squad for the Conference League having originally been left out amid uncertainty ove...

4 DAYS AGO • FOX SPORTS

Folarin Balogun Ends Goal Drought, Replaces Ansu Fati On Monaco Squad

Nabil Bentaleb - Ruled out against Glimt Bentaleb (illness) has been ruled out for Tuesday's Champions League clash against Glimt after being left out of Lille's travelling squad, according to coach Davide Ancelotti, per...

Impact Bentaleb will miss Tuesday's European encounter after falling ill, with Lille opting not to take any risks with his condition. The midfielder has been a regular starter in Lille's midfield this season, making his absence a significant blow ahead of an important Champions League fixture. Maurits Kjaergaard could benefit from additional playing time, although Lille could also switch to a two-man defensive midfield pairing of Benjamin Andre and Ngal'ayel Mukau. His availability for subsequent matches will depend on his recovery from illness.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Berke Ozer - Three saves for win Ozer made three saves and secured a clean sheet in Friday's 1-0 victory versus Lens.

Impact Ozer was brilliant throughout Friday's clash, he didn't have much to do, but everything he had to do was excellent. The goalkeeper stopped every single shot he faced and did well to earn all three points and the clean sheet. Ozer should remain a big part of the team, though he might not face large volume in most matches.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Soriba Diaoune - Four shots in win Diaoune generated four shots (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Friday's 1-0 win against Lens.

Impact Diaoune took four shots but failed to find the back of the net during Friday's win. The forward was busy throughout the match and applied plenty of pressure, but he was never really able to break through and make the difference. Diaoune should remain a big part of the attack moving forward with a big role in the starting XI.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Olivier Giroud - Nets massive goal Giroud scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) in Friday's 1-0 victory over Lens.

Impact Giroud scored the only goal during Friday's match, a huge goal for three points against a top opponent. Giroud was excellent with his lone big chance, finishing with aplomb and doing enough to secure all three points. Giroud might not move as well as he once did, but he's still precise in front of goal, and if he were to get back in the starting XI he'd have upside.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Hakimi's hat trick leads PSG's rout over Le Havre. Elversberg continues strong run in Bundesliga

Right-back Achraf Hakimi scored a hat trick and added two assists as Paris Saint-Germain earned a sixth straight league win with a 5-1 victory over Le Havre

OCTOBER 30 • Associated Press

Tanguy Nianzou - Back from one-match suspension Nianzou will be available for Lille's next league match after he served a one-match suspension in Friday's win over Lens.

Impact Nianzou sat out Friday's derby against Lens through suspension after he was sent off in the 66th minute of last week's draw at Monaco, and he is now free to return. The defender has been part of the rotation recently and started three of Lille's last five matches across all competitions, so he should be back in contention moving forward. He is expected to compete with Maxima Goffi for a place in the starting lineup alongside Alexsandro Ribeiro and Nathan Ngoy.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Ayase Ueda - Targeting comeback against Rennes Ueda (foot) remains sidelined with a left plantar fascia tear, but coach Davide Ancelotti hopes to have him available for Lille's Ligue 1 clash against Rennes on Nov. 8.

Impact Ueda is progressing through his recovery after sustaining the foot injury during Lille's 3-0 Champions League defeat against Arsenal. The Japanese striker was initially expected to miss three to four weeks, with a return following the November international break considered the latest target. However, coach Ancelotti is now hoping to recover him in time for the Rennes encounter on Nov. 8, suggesting an earlier comeback remains possible. Ueda has recorded three goals in six appearances this season, and his return would provide Lille with another important attacking option. Olivier Giroud should continue leading the attack until Ueda receives medical clearance.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Hamza Igamane - Targets late December return Igamane (knee) is expected to partially resume team training during the upcoming international break as he continues recovering from a torn ACL, with a return to competitive action...

Impact Igamane is approaching another important stage in his rehabilitation after spending several months sidelined with a torn ACL sustained in January. The Moroccan forward has recently resumed ball work on the grass and is now expected to gradually reintegrate into collective training during the international break. Coach Ancelotti hopes to have him available for competitive action by late December, although his return will depend on how he responds to the increased workload. Olivier Giroud and Ayase Ueda should continue sharing center-forward responsibilities in his absence, with Igamane likely requiring additional time to regain match fitness once cleared.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Hamza Igamane - Continues ball work on grass Igamane (knee) continues working with the ball on the grass as he progresses through his rehabilitation from a torn ACL suffered in January, according to the club.

Impact Igamane continues making gradual progress in his recovery, with his latest involvement in ball exercises representing another positive step in his rehabilitation. The Moroccan forward remains sidelined from competitive action, and there is no indication that he has resumed full team training or received clearance for contact exercises. His return is still expected toward the end of the year, ruling him out of Lille's Champions League league phase. Olivier Giroud and Ayase Ueda should continue sharing responsibilities at center-forward while Igamane works toward regaining full fitness.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Tanguy Nianzou - Misses only Lens derby Nianzou was handed a one-match ban, plus a one-match suspended ban, by the league's disciplinary committee Wednesday following his red card against Monaco and will miss only Friday...

Impact Nianzou will miss only Friday's derby against Lens after the disciplinary commission ruled on his straight red card against Monaco. The centre back received a one-match ban plus a second match suspended, so he is in line to return for the Ligue 1 visit to Rennes on Nov. 8.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Isaac Cossier - Subbed in on Sunday Cossier recorded one tackle (one won), six clearances and one interception in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Monaco.

Impact Cossier replaced Soriba Diaoune in the 63rd minute and recorded six passes. Cossier also covered over three kilometers. He has featured in two games this campaign, both off the bench.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Soriba Diaoune - Assists on Saturday Diaoune assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Monaco.

Impact Diaoune set up the opener for Ethan Mbappe in the 24th minute. Diaoune completed a dribble, created a chance and also contributed defensively with two clearances and an interception. He has now featured in two games this campaign, both off the bench.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Ethan Mbappe - Nets opener Mbappe (suspension) scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Monaco.

Impact Mbappe netted the opener in the 24th minute assisted by Soriba Diaoune. Mbappe recorded 13 passes and also made a tackle and a clearance. He has now netted twice in the last four games.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Berke Ozer - Concedes one Ozer had five saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Monaco. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 94th minute.

Impact Ozer records five saves and a clearance, and conceded one. He has now accumulated 11 saves and three clearances across the last four games and conceded three times. Next, he takes on Lens.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

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