Lille extends unbeaten run to 16 matches after late draw with Marseille in Ligue 1
Marseille and Monaco have failed to put Ligue 1 leader Paris Saint-Germain under pressure12 HOURS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS
LILLE 7-6-2 · 4TH IN LIGUE 1 · CHAMPIONS LEAGUE QUALIFYING PLAYOFFS
7-6-2 · 4TH IN LIGUE 1 · CHAMPIONS LEAGUE QUALIFYING PLAYOFFS
Edon Zhegrova - Returns to starting XI Zhegrova (rest) is in the starting XI for Saturday's trip to Marseille.
Impact Zhegrova returns as expected after being rested in mid week against Sturm Graz. The attacker has one goal involvement and four shots over his last three Ligue 1 appearances.
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Edon Zhegrova - Back Saturday Zhegrova (rest) is available for Saturday's trip to Marseille, Le Petit Lillois reports.
Impact Zhegrova is back for Saturday's clash with Marseille after missing out against Sturm Graz. The attacking midfielder was dealing with a minor knock mid-week and is now fit once more and ready to return directly into the first team.
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Samuel Umtiti - Out again Umtiti (knee) is out for Saturday's trip to Marseille, Le Petit Lillois reports.
Impact Umtiti is set for another match on the sideline due to his ongoing knee injury. There's no exact timeline for his return, but there's a heavy doubt that he will be available immediately after the Christmas break.
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Thomas Meunier - Two shots in UCL win Meunier delivered two shots (two on goal) to go with two crosses (zero accurate) and two interceptions in Wednesday's 3-2 UCL win against Sturm Graz.
Impact Meunier was active on his right flank against Sturm Graz, registering two shots on goal and creating one chance, showcasing his influence in Lille's attacks and his attacking qualities (Meunier was originally trained as a forward when he was young). This season, he has one assist in the UCL and has recorded four shots. He will face Liverpool on Jan. 21, a tough opponent, but one he previously scored against in the 2018-19 season with Paris.
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Alexsandro Ribeiro - Assists in UCL win Alexsandro delivered an assist to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and three chances created in Wednesday's 3-2 UCL win against Sturm Graz.
Impact Alexsandro provided the assist for Osame Sahraoui's opening goal in the 37th minute, marking his first career assist in the UCL. The Brazilian has created four chances and taken three shots in six UCL matches this season, highlighting his attacking contributions as a central defender. Defensively, he has registered eight tackles, five interceptions, and 22 clearances over the same span. His next challenge is a tough matchup at Anfield against Liverpool on Jan. 21.
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Jonathan David - Assists in UCL win David delivered an assist to go with four shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-2 UCL win against Sturm Graz.
Impact David provided a well-timed assist for the winning goal, fixing the defenders before setting up Hakon Haraldsson's stunning top-right corner strike to secure three points. This was David's first assist in the UCL this season. He came close to scoring himself, with a strong opportunity denied by an unlucky rebound before his shot. David has scored four goals in the UCL this season, taking 14 shots across six games. He will look to add to his tally on Jan. 21 against Liverpool at Anfield.
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Hakon Arnar Haraldsson - Scores off bench Haraldsson scored a goal coming off bench to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-2 UCL win against Sturm Graz.
Impact Haraldsson's playing time has decreased significantly compared to last season, but he made an impact off the bench, scoring a sensational winning goal from the edge of the box. This was his second career UCL goal, with the first coming for Copenhagen in 2022. In just 14 minutes of UCL action this season, he has recorded one goal, one chance created, two tackles, and two clearances, showcasing his ambition as a substitute.
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Osame Sahraoui - Scores in UCL win Sahraoui scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Wednesday's 3-2 UCL win against Sturm Graz.
Impact Sahraoui scored the opener in the 37th minute after a dribbling run, finishing clinically with his left foot on an assist from Alexsandro. The goal marked his first in the UCL. He also created two chances and registered two shots, bringing his season total to four. Sahraoui will face Liverpool on Jan. 21, where his dribbling and attacking qualities could be pivotal.
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Mitchel Bakker - Scores in UCL win Bakker scored one goal to go with three shots (three on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and five corners in Wednesday's 3-2 UCL win against Sturm Graz.
Impact Bakker has been a regular starter for Lille in the UCL this season, despite limited Ligue 1 appearances. He scored his first UCL goal while significantly boosting his season stats in this game, including seven crosses, five corners, and seven tackles across five UCL games. His next challenge comes on Jan. 21, at Anfield against Liverpool.
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Lucas Chevalier - Makes two saves in UCL win Chevalier made two saves but conceded twice in Wednesday's 3-2 UCL win against Sturm Graz.
Impact Chevalier had little chance to stop Otar Kiteishvili's strike before halftime and Mika Biereth's tap-in shortly after the break. He made two saves, increasing his total to 21 in six UCL games. The goalkeeper has been essential to Lille's surprising UCL campaign, conceding only seven goals and recording one clean sheet. He will face a tough challenge next, on Jan. 21 at Anfield against Liverpool.
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Edon Zhegrova - Out again Zhegrova is out for Wednesday's match against Sturm Graz due to injury, according to manager Bruno Genesio. "We have one absence, that of Edon. He is dragging an injury. He is left...
Impact Zhegrova will sit out Wednesday, with the attacker dealing with fitness issues after returning from an injury just last match. Luckily for the club, this is planned to be a short absence and he will return Saturday to face Marseille. That said, Osame Sahrauoi or Mitchel Bakker are likely replacements for his spot in the starting XI.
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Alexsandro Ribeiro - Solid outing in win Alexsandro made two tackles (one won), three clearances and three interceptions during Friday's 3-1 win over Brest.
Impact Alexsandro didn't make as many clearances as usual but still made an impact at the heart of the defense with a more well-rounded stat line. With 47 clearances over his last seven starts, the center-back is on pace to have the best campaign of his career.
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Edon Zhegrova - Creates two chances in win Zhegrova (groin) had one shot on goal, created two chances and sent in three inaccurate crosses during Friday's 3-1 win over Brest.
Impact Zhegrova returned after missing the previous game due to a groin injury and still found his way of making an impact despite his numbers not being so impressive as he forced the goalkeeper to give a rebound that was easy to slot in by Jonathan David midway through the second frame. With five goals and two assists over 16 appearances in all competitions this season, the winger remains one of his team's biggest threats up front.
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Ngal'ayel Mukau - Active display in win Mukau had two off-target shots, created two chances and made two tackles and two interceptions during Friday's 3-1 win over Brest.
Impact Mukau started for the third consecutive game in all competitions and had a productive performance on both ends, something unusual for a midfielder more focused on the defensive side of the ball. If the youngster is able to put up more two-way stat lines moving forward, it will be difficult taking him out of the lineup.
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Lucas Chevalier - Allows one in win Chevalier made two saves and conceded one goal during Friday's 3-1 win over Brest.
Impact Chevalier made a pair of stops here but could've done a little bit better to stop Ludovic Ajorque's finish that put the opposition back in contention in the opening minutes of the second frame. With 10 saves made and four goals allowed over his last three starts, the goalkeeper will now put his focus on Wednesday's Champions League clash against Sturm Graz.
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Hakon Arnar Haraldsson - Scores first season goal Haraldsson scored a goal off his lone shot, made two tackles (one won) and drew two fouls during Friday's 3-1 win over Brest.
Impact Haraldsson made his first start since he recovered from the foot injury suffered three months ago and didn't disappoint as he appeared at the right place to slot home a pass from the right flank and double his side's lead in the 44th minute. This was the first goal of the year for the attacker, who will hope to keep getting extended playing time moving forward.
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Jonathan David - Nets brace, assists in win David scored two goals off three shots (all on target), made an assist and drew two fouls during Friday's 3-1 win over Brest.
Impact David just can't stop scoring and his second consecutive brace came with one goal scored each half. Also, the forward generated his team's second goal with a great play from the right flank to leave Hakon Haraldsson with a simple tap-in from the six-yard-box. With 15 goals over 19 appearances in all competitions this season, David is on pace to have the best campaign of his career.
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Mitchel Bakker - Back from ban Bakker is no longer suspended and is an option for Saturday's match against Marseille.
Impact Bakker is back from his suspension after one game out, having sat out against Brest. He will likely only see a spot on the bench in his return to action, only seeing the start in six of his 13 appearances this campaign.
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PSG falters at Auxerre while Canada's Jonathan David hits double as Lille beat Brest
Donovan Leon turned in an superb goalkeeping display to help Auxerre to a 0-0 draw with French league leaders Paris Saint-Germain on FridayDECEMBER 6 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Rafael Fernandes - Available on bench Friday Fernandes (undisclosed) is on the bench for Friday's game against Brest.
Impact Fernandes will be an option on the bench, meaning he's ready to make his season debut Friday.
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Edon Zhegrova - Starting vs. Brest Zhegrova (groin) is in the starting lineup for Friday's match against Brest.
Impact Zhegrova's return will provide Lille a huge boost in the final meters. The star attacking midfielder returns after missing the 2-2 draw against Monaco. He has four goals and one assist across 11 Ligue 1 appearances this season.
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Rafael Fernandes - Makes squad for Friday Fernandes (undisclosed) is in the squad for Friday's game against Brest.
Impact Fernandes has yet to make his season debut, but the fact that he was included in the squad for this match suggests he's trending closer toward being at full fitness. That said, even if he's on the bench, he shouldn't have a lot of fantasy impact.
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Edon Zhegrova - Set for return Zhegrova (groin) has trained normally this week and is an option for Friday's match against Brest, according to Le Petit Lillois.
Impact Zhergova looks to be in for a return after only one week out due to his groin issues. He has started in all but two of his appearances this season so the attacker will expect to return to the starting Xi immediately now that he has trained and is fit.
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Remy Cabella - Strong effort in draw Cabella generated three shots (zero on goal) in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Montpellier. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 52nd minute.
Impact Remy picked up his second consecutive and fifth start in 11 league appearances. He delivered a solid effort by tying his season high with three shots. He also stood out with a defensive presence that included two tackles won for the third time in four league games.
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