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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 |
The Europa League returned with a tightly contested affair as FK Crvena zvezda hosted Lille. Both sides sought a crucial victory in this European showdown, setting the stage for an intense tactical battle under the lights.
FK Crvena zvezda enjoyed a significant share of possession in the opening period, dictating the tempo of the game. Their build-up play saw them advance the ball effectively into the opposition half, attempting to unlock the Lille defence. Despite creating several promising attacks and registering a notable number of passes into the final third, the home side struggled to convert their territorial advantage into clear-cut scoring opportunities. Lille, meanwhile, remained disciplined, absorbing pressure and looking for moments to counter.
The Serbian outfit's passing game was evident, with a high volume of successful passes contributing to their control. They probed the flanks with crosses, though accuracy proved a challenge. Defensively, Crvena zvezda showed solidity, winning a good number of aerial duels and making successful tackles to disrupt any Lille advances. The expected goals metric suggested a game where chances were at a premium, reflecting the cautious approach and defensive organisation on display from both teams.
As the match progressed, the intensity remained high, with both teams continuing to press for an advantage. Crvena zvezda's attacking intent was clear, evidenced by their continued efforts to get forward and create openings. They registered a number of shots on target, though the Lille goalkeeper was largely untroubled. The home side's expected goals figure remained modest, indicating a lack of truly gilt-edged opportunities despite their attacking endeavours and sustained periods of pressure.
Lille, operating with a compact shape, worked to stifle Crvena zvezda's creativity, making crucial interceptions and tackles to break up play. The French side's own attacking forays were limited, focusing on quick transitions when the opportunity arose. The statistics showed a game where neither team could find the decisive breakthrough, with both defences holding firm. The final whistle would ultimately signal the end of a hard-fought European encounter where fine margins dictated the outcome.
