Lille OSC welcomes Angers SCO to the Decathlon Arena – Stade Pierre-Mauroy for a compelling Ligue 1 fixture. This match pits the European aspirations of the hosts against the survival grit of the visitors. Both sides enter the game following mixed results in the past week, making this a crucial fixture for their respective ambitions as the season progresses. Lille will be eager to bounce back from a recent defeat, capitalising on their strong home record, while Angers, buoyed by a respectable draw against a top side, look to pull themselves further away from the relegation zone. The stage is set for a tightly contested battle in Northern France.
Match Details
This encounter is part of the ongoing domestic league calendar, featuring two clubs with contrasting fortunes in the current campaign.
DetailInformationCompetitionLigue 1 (Matchday 11)DateSunday, November 2, 2025Kick-off17:15 (Local Time) / 21:45 (IST)VenueDecathlon Arena – Stade Pierre-Mauroy, Lille
Team Form and Analysis: Lille OSC
Lille OSC: Seeking Immediate Redemption
Lille, led by coach Bruno Génésio, currently occupies a strong position in the upper half of the Ligue 1 table. They are deeply involved in the race for European qualification, but their recent form has been inconsistent. The team arrives on the back of a disappointing 2-0 defeat away to OGC Nice, a result that followed a comprehensive 6-1 thrashing of Metz at home. This mixed run of results, which includes three defeats in their last six league games, highlights a need for greater consistency.
Domestic Form and European Performance
Domestic Form: Their overall Ligue 1 record shows a solid attack, boasting one of the best goal-scoring records in the league, particularly at home. However, their defensive discipline has wavered in recent fixtures. They hold a formidable home record against Angers, suggesting a psychological edge.
European Performance: Following a heavy 4-3 defeat to PAOK FC in the UEFA Europa League, the focus will be solely on domestic duties for this critical period, which should allow for a more concentrated effort from the squad.
Key Player: Hákon Arnar Haraldsson
The Icelandic international playmaker, Hákon Arnar Haraldsson, is an integral part of Lille’s attacking setup. His creativity, passing range, and ability to chip in with goals (he is one of Lille’s joint top scorers) will be vital in breaking down a potentially stubborn Angers defence. His form will be key to Lille’s chances of securing a comfortable victory.
Team Form and Analysis: Angers SCO
Angers SCO: The Fight for Survival Continues
Angers SCO find themselves entrenched in a lower mid-table position, battling to create a safe buffer between themselves and the relegation zone. Their recent performances, however, have shown a promising upturn in resilience, achieving a three-game unbeaten run that included an impressive 2-2 draw against high-flying Olympique de Marseille and a 2-0 win over Lorient. Manager Alexandre Dujeux has instilled a new level of fight in his squad.
Domestic Form and European Performance
Domestic Form: Angers’ primary concern is their away record, where they have struggled to secure victories this season. Despite their defensive struggles early on, they have shown a recent propensity for lower-scoring games, relying on a compact defensive shape. Their away record is a clear area for improvement, with their single away draw being the only point earned on the road so far.
European Performance: Not participating in European competition this season, Angers has had the benefit of focusing all their preparation on Ligue 1 fixtures, which contributes to their recent, more resilient performances.
Key Player: Sidiki Cherif
The young forward, Sidiki Cherif, has emerged as a bright spot for Angers this season, notably scoring in the recent draw against Marseille. His pace and ability to capitalise on counter-attacks make him the most likely threat to the Lille goal. His energy and finishing instinct will be essential for the visitors to trouble the home side’s defence.
Head-to-Head Record
The historical record between Lille and Angers in Ligue 1 fixtures is fairly balanced overall, but recent meetings strongly favour the Northern side. Lille has enjoyed a period of dominance in this matchup.
TeamsMatches PlayedLille WinsAngers WinsDrawsLille vs Angers19 (Ligue 1)775
Recent Encounters (Last 5 Ligue 1 Matches):
27/04/2025: Angers 0-2 Lille
24/08/2024: Lille 2-0 Angers
08/04/2023: Angers 1-0 Lille
13/11/2022: Lille 1-0 Angers
10/04/2022: Angers 1-1 Lille
The pattern shows Lille has kept clean sheets in their last two meetings, highlighting their recent defensive advantage in this specific fixture.
Players to Watch
ClubPlayerRole and ImpactLille OSCMatias Fernandez-PardoA dynamic winger/forward who provides a constant threat with his dribbling and high shot volume. Will be crucial for exploiting any space in the wide areas.Angers SCOHervé KoffiThe Angers goalkeeper’s performance will be decisive. Known for making crucial saves, his form will be tested heavily against a free-scoring Lille attack. A strong day for him could be the difference between a narrow defeat and a point.
Prediction
Analysis of Likely Outcome
Lille enters this match as the heavy favourite due to their superior overall quality, league position, and, crucially, their strong home form and dominant recent head-to-head record against Angers. While Angers has shown improved resilience recently, their significant struggles away from home remain a major concern. The key battle will be Lille’s potent attack, driven by players like Haraldsson and Fernandez-Pardo, against Angers’ newly reinforced, but tested, defensive unit.
Lille’s motivation to immediately bounce back from their loss to Nice, combined with the partisan crowd at Stade Pierre-Mauroy, is likely to be too much for Angers to overcome. The visitors are likely to sit deep and frustrate, but Lille’s attacking depth should eventually find a way through. Given Angers’ low goal-scoring average, especially away, a clean sheet for the home side is a strong possibility.
Score Prediction: Lille OSC 2-0 Angers SCO
Live Stream and TV Broadcast Information
The match between Lille OSC and Angers SCO will be broadcast across various global platforms, making it accessible to fans worldwide.
France: Amazon Prime Video
United States: beIN Sports Connect, beIN SPORTS XTRA
United Kingdom: Amazon Prime Video
India: Sports streaming services like JioCinema or FanCode may carry the Ligue 1 broadcast, depending on regional rights agreements.
International: Services like DAZN (in select territories), Fubo Sports, or the official beIN Sports network channels are common broadcasters for Ligue 1.
Note: Viewers are advised to check local listings and streaming providers for the most accurate and up-to-date broadcast information in their specific region.
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