Lyon – Estac Troyes

Lyon head into the clash at home perched in fourth place with eight points from two wins and two draws, boasting a comfortable 6‑2 goal difference. Their opponents, Estac Troyes, sit twelfth on the table, having collected four points after one victory, one draw and two defeats, and are struggling with a -5 goal margin. The gap in both points and goal difference underscores Lyon’s advantage, yet Troyes will be eager to close the divide and climb out of the lower half. Historically the two sides have not met often this season, making the encounter a pivotal test of whether Lyon can maintain their ascent or if Troyes can spark a surprise turnaround.