Lyon vs. PAOK Highlights (Jan 29)
Europa League 2025/26
Europa League 2025/26
| # | GP | W | D | L | DIFF | Goals | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8 | 7 | 0 | 1 | +13 | 18:5 | 21 | |
| 2 | 8 | 7 | 0 | 1 | +8 | 14:6 | 21 | |
| 3 | 8 | 6 | 1 | 1 | +10 | 18:8 | 19 | |
| 4 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | +6 | 13:7 | 17 | |
| 5 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | +6 | 13:7 | 17 | |
| 6 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | +6 | 11:5 | 17 | |
| 7 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | +6 | 10:4 | 17 | |
| 8 | 8 | 5 | 1 | 2 | +7 | 13:6 | 16 | |
| 9 | 8 | 5 | 1 | 2 | +4 | 11:7 | 16 | |
| 10 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 1 | +7 | 14:7 | 15 | |
| 11 | 8 | 5 | 0 | 3 | +6 | 15:9 | 15 | |
| 12 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 1 | +1 | 12:11 | 15 | |
| 13 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 2 | +8 | 15:7 | 14 | |
| 14 | 8 | 3 | 5 | 0 | +5 | 8:3 | 14 | |
| 15 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 2 | +1 | 7:6 | 14 | |
| 16 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 3 | +4 | 15:11 | 13 | |
| 17 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 2 | +3 | 17:14 | 12 | |
| 18 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 4 | +3 | 12:9 | 12 | |
| 19 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 2 | +3 | 10:7 | 12 | |
| 20 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 2 | +2 | 11:9 | 12 | |
| 21 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 3 | -2 | 13:15 | 11 | |
| 22 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 4 | -3 | 12:15 | 10 | |
| 23 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 4 | -4 | 12:16 | 10 | |
| 24 | 8 | 2 | 3 | 3 | -2 | 9:11 | 9 | |
| 25 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 5 | -6 | 10:16 | 9 | |
| 26 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 5 | -6 | 5:11 | 7 | |
| 27 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 5 | -7 | 9:16 | 7 | |
| 28 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 5 | -8 | 6:14 | 7 | |
| 29 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 6 | -4 | 11:15 | 6 | |
| 30 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 6 | -4 | 9:13 | 6 | |
| 31 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 6 | -5 | 10:15 | 6 | |
| 32 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 6 | -9 | 5:14 | 4 | |
| 33 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 7 | -8 | 7:15 | 3 | |
| 34 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 7 | -10 | 5:15 | 1 | |
| 35 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 7 | -11 | 4:15 | 1 | |
| 36 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 7 | -20 | 2:22 | 1 |
Lyon and PAOK locked horns in a crucial Europa League encounter on January 29, 2026. Both sides came into the fixture with ambitions of advancing, promising a tense and tactical battle under the lights. The atmosphere crackled with anticipation as the two teams took to the pitch.
Lyon asserted their dominance early, dictating possession and probing for openings. Their attacking forays were evident in the 42 total attacks and 103 passes into the final third, showcasing a clear intent to break down the PAOK defense. The home side generated an expected goals (xG) figure of 2.52, indicating a strong offensive performance and the creation of several promising opportunities. They managed 8 shots on target and were credited with 4 big chances, highlighting their effectiveness in front of goal and the pressure they applied throughout the initial phase of the match.
Despite Lyon's sustained pressure and attacking intent, PAOK's defensive structure held firm. The visitors focused on maintaining a compact shape, limiting Lyon's clear-cut opportunities and frustrating their build-up play. While Lyon enjoyed the lion's share of possession, PAOK's disciplined organization prevented them from converting their territorial advantage into decisive moments. The match remained a tight affair, with both teams demonstrating tactical awareness and a commitment to defensive solidity as they navigated the opening exchanges.
The second half continued in a similar vein, with Lyon pushing for a breakthrough. Their attacking statistics remained impressive, demonstrating a consistent effort to find the back of the net. The creation of 4 big chances suggests that crucial opportunities were indeed manufactured, but the inability to convert them into goals would have been a growing concern for the home supporters. The tactical battle intensified as both teams sought to gain the upper hand.
Despite a significant number of attacks and a healthy expected goals (xG) tally, Lyon struggled to translate their dominance into a tangible lead. The 4 big chances created, coupled with 8 shots on target, paint a picture of a team that was actively seeking to score but lacked the clinical edge. PAOK, meanwhile, worked diligently to stifle Lyon's offensive threats, focusing on defensive organization and looking for opportunities to counter. The game remained finely balanced, a testament to the competitive nature of the encounter.
The match statistics reveal a game where Lyon held a clear advantage in terms of attacking output and possession, but the final scoreline likely reflected a stubborn PAOK defense and perhaps some missed opportunities from the home side. The 2.52 expected goals for Lyon indicated a strong performance in creating chances, but the ultimate outcome would have been decided by the effectiveness in front of goal and the defensive resilience shown by both teams throughout the 90 minutes.
