The iconic Groupama Stadium in Décines-Charpieu is the setting for Le Classique—a colossal Ligue 1 encounter as Olympique Lyonnais host reigning champions and league leaders Paris Saint-Germain for this Matchday 12 fixture. The home side, Olympique Lyonnais (Lyon), enter the match in 6th position with 20 points, aiming for a crucial win to break into the European qualification spots. They face a Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) side that sits atop the league in 3rd position with 24 points, having endured a challenging week featuring a major European setback and significant injury concerns. This high-profile match is not only one of France’s fiercest rivalries but is also crucial for both teams’ immediate objectives—Lyon needs a statement win to climb the table, while PSG aims to solidify their lead and bounce back from a rare defeat despite a mounting injury crisis. This contest is set to be an explosive affair between one of the league’s best home sides and its most powerful attacking force.
Match Details
This Sunday evening Ligue 1 fixture is the highlight of the Matchday 12 schedule, featuring two of France’s most decorated and competitive clubs.
DetailInformationCompetitionLigue 1 – Matchday 12DateSunday, November 9, 2025Kick-off7:45 PM GMT (8:45 PM CET)VenueGroupama Stadium, Décines-Charpieu, France
Team Form and Analysis for Olympique Lyonnais
Domestic Form and Home Fortress
Olympique Lyonnais are in 6th position in the Ligue 1 table with 20 points from 11 matches. Their league record stands at six wins, two draws, and three defeats.
Les Gones (The Kids) have enjoyed a solid start to the season, demonstrating the resilience needed to compete for European places. However, manager Paulo Fonseca’s side enters this derby on a three-match winless run across all competitions, which includes a disappointing 2-0 defeat to Real Betis in the UEFA Europa League on Thursday and two recent domestic draws (3-3 vs Paris FC and 0-0 vs Brest). Lyon’s saving grace is their formidable record at the Groupama Stadium, which has been a fortress this season, securing six wins from seven matches across all competitions. This excellent home form is complemented by the fact that Lyon has not failed to score in front of goal at home this season. Nevertheless, their defence will be stretched due to the suspensions of key full-backs Abner Vinicius and Hans Hateboer, requiring a significant reshuffle against the league leaders.
Key Player: Corentin Tolisso
Midfielder Corentin Tolisso remains a crucial figure in the Olympique Lyonnais squad, providing leadership, composure, and a threat from central areas. The World Cup winner’s performance will be paramount in the centre of the park, as he is tasked with controlling the tempo, winning the midfield battle, and creating chances for the forward line, especially with the attacking absences. His experience in high-stakes matches will be vital for Lyon to manage the immense pressure exerted by Paris Saint-Germain.
Team Form and Analysis for Paris Saint-Germain
Domestic Form and Injury Crisis
Paris Saint-Germain are the league leaders, sitting in 3rd position in the Ligue 1 table with 24 points from 11 matches, a record of seven wins, three draws, and one defeat.
Les Parisiens (The Parisians) have maintained their slender lead in the league and are unbeaten in their last six Ligue 1 outings, including a hard-fought 1-0 home victory over Nice last weekend. PSG boasts the best away record in the French top flight this season, accumulating 11 points from their road matches. However, the club is facing a tumultuous week following a rare 2-1 home defeat to Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League, and this setback is compounded by a major injury crisis. Key players like full-backs Achraf Hakimi and Nuno Mendes, and star winger Ousmane Dembélé, are all sidelined with injuries. Manager Luis Enrique must manage the physical and mental fatigue of his squad while integrating replacements into the starting lineup for this high-pressure derby.
Key Player: Gonçalo Ramos
Striker Gonçalo Ramos is the primary scoring threat for Paris Saint-Germain and has proven to be a decisive figure, scoring the match-winning goal against Nice last week. The Portuguese international’s clinical finishing, intelligent movement, and ability to hold up the ball will be essential, especially in the absence of key creative wingers. With PSG’s formation likely to rely more on central attacks and through balls, Ramos’s presence in the box will be the key factor in breaking down the stubborn Lyon home defence.
Head-to-Head Record between the Teams
The head-to-head record is heavily in favour of the reigning champions, demonstrating PSG’s recent dominance in this rivalry.
MetricOlympique Lyonnais WinsDrawsParis Saint-Germain WinsTotal Ligue 1 Meetings342235PSG Unbeaten Streak vs Lyon (Ligue 1)0 wins1 draw7 consecutive matches (W7, D1)PSG Current Win Streak vs Lyon (All Comps)0 wins0 draws5 consecutive wins
The recent history overwhelmingly favours Paris Saint-Germain. PSG are on a seven-match unbeaten run against Lyon in Ligue 1 (W7, D1), and a current streak of five consecutive wins against them across all competitions. This includes a 3-2 away victory last season. While Lyon has managed to score in their last six clashes against PSG, they have severely struggled to secure the victory. This historical dominance puts significant psychological pressure on the home side.
Players to Watch
Olympique Lyonnais
Nicolás Tagliafico (Left-Back): The experienced Argentine World Cup winner is a defensive stalwart and one of the team’s key leaders. His defensive commitment and ability to manage the wing threat will be essential for the weakened Lyon backline.
Malick Fofana (Winger): The pacey winger is a vital outlet in attack, capable of causing problems in wide areas. His direct running and ability to link up with the central midfield will be key to exploiting any fatigue or positional errors in the injury-hit PSG defence.
Paris Saint-Germain
Bradley Barcola (Winger): The former Lyon forward, if fit to start, will be highly motivated against his old club. His pace, trickery, and knowledge of the Lyon system make him a major threat, particularly in exploiting the full-back absences on the Lyon side.
Marquinhos (Centre-Back): The captain is the defensive rock for PSG. His leadership, aerial dominance, and organizational skills will be crucial for maintaining structure and composure at the back, especially with the injury concerns in the wide defensive areas.
Prediction
This encounter presents a massive opportunity for Olympique Lyonnais due to PSG’s crippling injury crisis and European fatigue. Lyon’s excellent home record and high motivation make them dangerous contenders. However, the champions, despite their absences, possess superior depth and quality, especially in central midfield and attack. Given PSG’s recent scoring dominance over Lyon and Lyon’s necessary defensive reshuffle, a high-scoring affair is expected. While Lyon will likely find the net, PSG’s sheer firepower and will to maintain their league lead should be enough to overcome the home fortress and secure a narrow, hard-fought victory.
Score Prediction: Olympique Lyonnais 2-3 Paris Saint-Germain
Live Stream and TV Broadcast Information
This Ligue 1 fixture is scheduled for broadcast across various platforms globally.
In the United Kingdom (UK), the match is available to watch and stream live on Amazon Prime PPV and Ligue 1 Pass (available via various providers). Coverage begins shortly before the 7:45 PM GMT kick-off.
In the United States (US), the match is available to watch and stream live on beIN SPORTS and Fubo TV. The kick-off time is 2:45 PM ET / 11:45 AM PT.
Check local TV and streaming listings in other regions for the most accurate broadcast information.
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