This Thursday, March 19, Olympique Lyonnais will host Celta Vigo for a crucial Europa League match. The kickoff will be at 6:45 PM at the Groupama Stadium, and football fans can follow this match live and exclusively on the Canal+ Foot channel. After a complicated first leg for the Lyonnais, where they managed to secure a draw, this confrontation will be crucial in determining who qualifies for the quarter-finals.
Lyon vs Celta Vigo: match schedule
The kickoff for the match between Olympique Lyonnais and Celta Vigo will be at 6:45 PM. This match is part of the knockout phase of the Europa League, a major event in the football calendar that promises strong emotions and suspense.
Channel to watch the Europa League match
Football enthusiasts who wish to follow this match will need to tune in to the Canal+ Foot channel, which broadcasts the match live and exclusively. For those who do not yet have access to this channel, it is possible to subscribe to the Canal+ Sport offer starting at 29.99 euros per month for one year, then 39.99 euros with a two-year commitment. This offer includes not only the Europa League but also other major sporting competitions such as the Champions League, La Liga, and much more.
A look back at the first leg: a frustrating draw
In the first leg, Lyon struggled to cope with a well-organized Celta Vigo team. The Gones were put under pressure as early as the 25th minute when Javier Rueda scored the first goal for the Spaniards. Although the Lyonnais had the opportunity to turn the situation around following the expulsion of Borja Iglesias in the 54th minute, they struggled to convert their numerical advantage into goals. It was only at the very end of the match that young Endrick managed to equalize, allowing OL to leave with a valuable draw. This match left players like Moussa Niakhaté calling on supporters to be present to support the team during the return match.
The stakes of the return match
This match is of paramount importance for Olympique Lyonnais, who aspire to reach the quarter-finals of the competition. After a lukewarm first leg, the Lyonnais will need to double their efforts and be more incisive to hope for a favorable result. With the support of their fans, Paulo Fonseca’s men will be determined to turn the opportunity into victory and leave their mark on the European stage.
