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Football – Europa League – Season 2025/2026 (8. round)
29. January 2026. 21:00h
Olympique Lyon vs PAOK
Groupama Stadium, Lyon, FR
2026
29
January
Photo by: Domagoj Skledar/ arhiva (vlastita)

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Derby for the finale of the league phase

A big European football night is being prepared in Lyon: Olympique Lyon host PAOK at Groupama Stadium, in a clash that carries the weight of the last, eighth matchday of the Europa League season 2025/2026. The 21:00 local kick-off is ideal for a floodlit atmosphere, and these are precisely the matches that traditionally fill the stands fastest and raise interest in tickets. The hosts enter this duel with clear ambitions to hold the top of the table and confirm their stability in the competition, while the visitors from Thessaloniki are chasing a result that would lock in their progression and give them extra momentum ahead of the rest of the season. The fans’ charge is further amplified by the fact that it’s played in a stadium with a capacity of almost sixty thousand seats, where even tiny details on the pitch turn into noise in the stands. Ticket sales for nights like this in Lyon regularly accelerate as matchday approaches, so it’s practical to plan in advance and check sector availability. Secure your tickets right away!

Europa League table and permutations

The Europa League league phase in the 2025/2026 season brings a different kind of math than classic groups, because points are collected across a longer run of matches and every round can change the picture at the top and in the middle of the standings. Olympique Lyon have been extremely efficient so far: after six matches played, they hold first place with 15 points, a 13:3 goal record and five wins, which speaks to a combination of attacking fluency and defensive control. PAOK are 18th in the same table with 9 points, a 13:10 goal record and a return of two wins, three draws and one defeat, so it’s clear this is a team that can score, but often ends up in open games. In that context, the clash in Lyon is not only prestigious, but also results-important, because every ball turns into a potential rise or fall in the ranking, especially in the tightly packed middle block. The hosts want to pull away from the chasing pack at the top, and the visitors are looking for points that would bring a calmer finish and a more favourable route in the next stage of the competition. For supporters this means one thing: the match carries competitive stakes, and nights like that most often create the highest demand for tickets, so tickets become part of the strategy just as much as tactics.

Olympique Lyon: form, ambition and the home backdrop

In the domestic league, Olympique Lyon enter the second part of the season from the upper part of the table, which gives them a good platform to balance weekend obligations and European outings. After 17 rounds of Ligue 1, the team are fifth with 30 points, and that kind of position usually means every big home match is experienced as a demonstration of strength and stability in front of the fans. The 3:1 away win at AS Monaco resonated in particular, a match in which the attacking line showed how vertical and dangerous it can be when it wins the second ball and quickly shifts play towards the penalty area. In that mood, PAOK’s arrival gains an extra dimension, because Lyon have a chance to link good domestic form with European continuity and offer supporters a night to remember. Coach Paulo Fonseca, appointed on a longer-term mandate, has over time stabilised an idea of play that asks for patience in possession, but also a quick finish as soon as space appears between the lines. For the crowd that means tempo and dynamism, and for those who come in person and buy tickets it also means an experience: in matches like these the stadium often “pushes” the team through the toughest minutes, so the value of a ticket is measured in emotion too, not only in minutes of play.

Tactical picture and key home players

Olympique Lyon’s squad in the 2025/2026 season has an interesting mix of youth and experience, and the list of names reveals multiple possible solutions across the lines, which matters in a schedule that demands rotation. In defence, profiles such as Moussa NiakhatĂ© and Clinton Mate stand out, along with full-back options like NicolĂĄs Tagliafico and Ainsley Maitland-Niles, which allows both classic width and the full-back stepping into midfield depending on the opponent. In midfield, Corentin Tolisso remains one of the figures who raises the level in high-intensity matches, while Orel Mangala, Tyler Morton and Tanner Tessmann are solutions that can provide stability and cover space in front of the centre-backs. The attacking unit gains especially in variety with players like Malick Fofane, Ernest Nuamah and Georges Mikautadze, because that trio combines speed, dribbling and finishing, but also the ability to turn in an instant from a wide position into a second attacking wave. Transfermarkt’s positional overview shows how much width Fonseca has for different plans, from high pressing to controlled possession, and that is crucial against an opponent like PAOK who like to threaten through transition. That is precisely why interest in tickets grows as the match approaches: fans feel this is the kind of fixture where you can see tactical chess, but also an individual move that breaks the night open.

PAOK: toughness, transition and Greek identity

PAOK come to Lyon as a club with a clear identity and a large fan base, and their season in Greece shows the team knows how to play under results pressure. According to the official Greek league table, after 15 matches PAOK are third with 35 points and a 31:12 goal difference, which indicates both attacking efficiency and organised defending in the domestic setting. That data is important for the European context too, because it shows the team come from a competition where a run of wins is required and off days are punished quickly. In the Europa League their statistics (13 goals scored after six matches) confirm they are not afraid of open football, but also that they sometimes slip into a rhythm where the match turns into an exchange of blows. Coach Răzvan Lucescu remains a recognisable name behind the project, and his profile on the club’s pages emphasises how his work has marked successful cycles and built a mentality for big nights. For supporters planning a trip or already in Lyon, that means there will be away colours in the stands too, and that often further boosts ticket sales and creates an atmosphere that recalls the biggest European nights.

Players who carry the visitors

When you look at PAOK’s squad, it’s clear Lucescu has enough experience and quality to set up different plans, depending on whether he wants to protect a result or chase an away goal. Transfermarkt’s player list for the 2025/2026 season includes a number of well-known names, from centre-back Dejan Lovren to wide options Andrija Zivkovic and Kiril Despodov, which suggests PAOK can combine a tough block with fast breaks forward. At the top of attack are profiles like Georgios Giakoumakis and Fedor Chalov, strikers who can run in behind, but also receive the ball with their back to goal and open space for the second wave. A particularly interesting detail is the assists data in the Greek league, where Zivkovic stands out as the league’s top assist provider, which underlines how much PAOK’s play depends on the quality of the final pass from the half-spaces or from the wing. In midfield, names like Mady Camara, Soualiho MeĂŻtĂ© and Magomed Ozdoev add physical power and experience, which matters against Lyon, who like to take control through possession. This kind of away-team profile usually also means increased demand for tickets, because spectators expect a clash of styles rather than a one-way match, so tickets often “disappear” first in sectors with the best sightlines.

Head-to-head history and what tradition says

Although Lyon and PAOK do not meet often, there are traces of a shared history that give this match an additional story and context beyond the current season. According to the worldfootball.net archive, the clubs met in the 1973/1974 European Cup Winners’ Cup season, and those ties were remembered for goals and unusual dynamics, including a matchup with a total of seven goals across the two games. Such tradition is a reminder that PAOK can play bravely even away from home, while Lyon at their ground know how to turn crowd pressure into a stream of chances. Today’s football is of course not the same as half a century ago, but the story of clubs from cities with strong identity and fan culture remains the same; it’s just carried over to a modern stadium, better infrastructure and a different tempo of play. In the newer Europa League context, the table shows both teams are efficient in attack, which gives a real basis to the expectation that this encounter will also have pace and chances at both ends. For spectators that means the ticket is not only entry to an event, but entry into a story that connects history and the present, so many want to secure tickets earlier, while they can still choose the sector and the experience.

Groupama Stadium and the live match experience

Groupama Stadium is one of the more modern football arenas in France and a venue designed to amplify the viewing experience, from the rake of the stands to the acoustics that “hold” the noise above the pitch. The capacity of 59,186 is often cited as a key reason why an atmosphere can be created here that can change a match, because even a medium level of chanting sounds louder when the stadium is full and has a more enclosed profile. The stadium is located at 10 Avenue Simone Veil, and the entire OL VallĂ©e complex is conceived as a broader sports-and-entertainment area where fans linger before and after the match. Tourist information for Lyon emphasises that this is a large site with stands, amenities and infrastructure that can take in tens of thousands of people in a short time, which is especially important on European nights when crowd flows are at their largest. That is exactly why ticket sales get extra momentum in matches like these: many want to arrive earlier, walk around the stadium, catch the city’s rhythm and take their seats before the first whistle. Tickets for this match sell out quickly, so buy your tickets in time.

Arrival, entrances and moving around the stadium

The practical side of getting to Groupama Stadium is often decisive for a good experience, especially in Europa League matches when traffic is heaviest and entrance checks are more thorough. Official OL VallĂ©e information emphasises a multimodal approach and the fact that crowd movement relies on public transport and organised traffic flows, so arriving earlier is recommended to avoid congestion right before kick-off. For visitors coming to Lyon for the first time, it’s useful to plan a route with enough time for potential waits, because at peak moments before the match waves of supporters form and stream towards the entrances. Tickets are a key document, and it’s practical to have them ready before reaching the checkpoints, because that speeds up passage and reduces stress, especially if you’re coming in a larger group. It’s common for the biggest pressure to build in the last 60 to 45 minutes, so arriving earlier often also means a better chance to find your seat, learn the sector layout and feel the warm-up atmosphere. Buy tickets via the button below and plan your arrival so the match starts without rushing, because part of the charm is experiencing the whole evening, not just the 90 minutes.

What to watch on the pitch: duels and details that decide

On a tactical level, one of the key themes will be the relationship between Lyon’s possession and PAOK’s transition, because statistics show the visitors can be very dangerous when they win the ball and quickly look for space behind the defensive line. Lyon will likely try to impose tempo through control in midfield, with wide wingers opening corridors for midfielders to arrive from the second line, and that approach often forces the opponent into a deeper block. PAOK’s strength can appear through vertical passes towards the forwards and quick switches to the wings, where Zivkovic and Despodov can create overloads and force full-backs to retreat, which opens space for shots from the second line. Special attention is worth paying to set pieces, because in high-stakes matches a single corner or free kick often decides it, and both teams have height and takers who can hit the target. Lyon’s squad depth suggests they can change tempo through substitutions, while PAOK have experience playing “for the result” away from home, which can lead to a phase of the match where every mistake will be costly. For spectators in the stands, that is an ideal combination, because the tension is felt in every duel, and the ticket becomes entry to a match where the story can turn in a single minute.

Tickets, fan interest and a plan for the evening in Lyon

A Europa League clash like this typically attracts both local supporters and away fans, and the fact it is the last, eighth matchday of the league phase further fuels interest because key places in the table are most often decided then. With its capacity, Groupama Stadium offers many options, but demand for the best positions—especially in central sectors and areas with excellent views of both penalty boxes—usually rises as matchday approaches. Lyon as a city has strong sporting and cultural energy, so the match night often naturally continues through activities nearby and within the complex itself, which makes buying tickets even more appealing for many, because they get a complete experience. If you’re coming from outside the city, it’s practical to plan to arrive earlier, have your tickets ready and allow enough time for security checks, because that preserves your energy for what matters most, namely the match itself and the atmosphere. In fixtures like these, it’s most valuable to come with a clear plan, from the route to the entrance and sector, because that way you maximise everything the stadium and the city offer in one night. Secure your tickets in time and click the button labelled

as soon as it becomes available, because demand for tickets at these times and with stakes like these usually doesn’t wait for the last week.Sources:
- TNT Sports - Europa League table 2025/2026 and team positions, points and goal difference
- Sofascore - basic information about the Olympique Lyonnais vs PAOK match, kick-off time and stadium
- ESPN - Ligue 1 standings 2025/26 and Olympique Lyon’s position
- Super League Greece - official table of the 2025-2026 season and PAOK’s position
- Transfermarkt - Olympique Lyon squad by positions and player list in the 2025/26 season
- Transfermarkt - PAOK squad 2025/26 and key names in the squad
- OL Vallée - information on arrival and logistics around Groupama Stadium
- Visiter Lyon - city and location context of Groupama Stadium
- worldfootball.net - historical head-to-head matches between Lyon and PAOK
- Reuters - confirmed changes in Lyon’s squad related to transfers
- Eurosport - AS Monaco vs Olympique Lyon result and form context ahead of the European match

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