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Scoring Trends

Young Boys

Lyon

2.38

Goals Scored

1.13

1.38

Goals Conceded

1.69 Expected Goals (xG) 1.25

88%

Over 1.5

75%

50%

Over 2.5

38%

25%

Over 3.5

13%

Detailed Analysis

Explore Head-to-Head and Form below for more insights.

Expert Analysis by Omoye ThankGod

Lyon enter this game as clear favorites to control the proceedings. Recent suggest an open game with likely chances at both ends.

With no recent competitive history, this is a fresh tactical challenge for both. Scoring trends strongly favor an Over 2.5 Goals match. The numbers provide a solid foundation for this match outlook.

Possible Outcome Probability

Match Winner

Home Win27%

Draw16%

Away Win57%

Goals & Scoring

BTTS/GG: Yes56%

Over 1.5 Goals81%

Over 2.5 Goals59%

Match Events

45'

Maitland-Niles A.

46'

Sub

Tagliafico N. In: Mangala O.

Out: Tagliafico N.

61'

Sanches A.

Previous Encounters

22 Jan 26 EUR

Young Boys

0:1

✓ Lyon

Recent Form (Last 5)

Young Boys

Home Team

14 May

Thun

3 : 8

Young Boys

10 May

Young Boys

3 : 0

Basel

03 May

Lugano

1 : 0

Young Boys

26 Apr

Young Boys

1 : 2

St. Gallen

12 Apr

Young Boys

1 : 1

Servette

Lyon

Away Team

10 May

Toulouse

2 : 1

Lyon

03 May

Lyon

4 : 2

Rennes

25 Apr

Lyon

3 : 2

Auxerre

19 Apr

PSG

1 : 2

Lyon

12 Apr

Lyon

2 : 0

Lorient

League Standings

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Lyon	8	7	0	1	18:5	21
2	Aston Villa	8	7	0	1	14:6	21
3	Midtjylland	8	6	1	1	18:8	19
4	Betis	8	5	2	1	13:7	17
5	FC Porto	8	5	2	1	13:7	17
6	Braga	8	5	2	1	11:5	17
7	Freiburg	8	5	2	1	10:4	17
8	AS Roma	8	5	1	2	13:6	16
9	Genk	8	5	1	2	11:7	16
10	Bologna	8	4	3	1	14:7	15
11	VfB Stuttgart	8	5	0	3	15:9	15
12	Ferencvaros	8	4	3	1	12:11	15
13	Nottingham	8	4	2	2	15:7	14
14	Plzen	8	3	5	0	8:3	14
15	Crvena zvezda	8	4	2	2	7:6	14
16	Celta Vigo	8	4	1	3	15:11	13
17	PAOK	8	3	3	2	17:14	12
18	Lille	8	4	0	4	12:9	12
19	Fenerbahce	8	3	3	2	10:7	12
20	Panathinaikos	8	3	3	2	11:9	12
21	Celtic	8	3	2	3	13:15	11
22	Ludogorets	8	3	1	4	12:15	10
23	Din. Zagreb	8	3	1	4	12:16	10
24	Brann	8	2	3	3	9:11	9
25	Young Boys	8	3	0	5	10:16	9
26	Sturm Graz	8	2	1	5	5:11	7
27	FCSB	8	2	1	5	9:16	7
28	G.A. Eagles	8	2	1	5	6:14	7
29	Feyenoord	8	2	0	6	11:15	6
30	Basel	8	2	0	6	9:13	6
31	Salzburg	8	2	0	6	10:15	6
32	Rangers	8	1	1	6	5:14	4
33	Nice	8	1	0	7	7:15	3
34	Utrecht	8	0	1	7	5:15	1
35	Malmo FF	8	0	1	7	4:15	1
36	Maccabi Tel Aviv	8	0	1	7	2:22	1

Match Preview: Young Boys vs Lyon

Young Boys welcomes Lyon for what is shaping up to be a crucial match in Europa League. Scheduled for Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 17:45 UTC, the match will take place at Stadion Wankdorf. Both sides will be looking to make their mark in this scheduled event.

Team Context & Standings

Entering this game, both Young Boys and Lyon are focused on their respective objectives for the season. Young Boys will look to leverage their competitive standing to gain an advantage, while Lyon aims to improve their league position with a positive result on the road.

Head-to-Head & History

History suggests that matches between Young Boys and Lyon are competitively fought. While past results offer a glimpse into tactical matchups, this fresh encounter brings new dynamics. The teams have their own recent history to draw upon as they prepare tactically.

Tactical Overview

Tactically, this game could be decided in the midfield battles. Control of possession, defensive discipline, and clinical finishing in the final third are expected to be the deciding factors. Young Boys will try to assert dominance early, whereas Lyon might look for opportunities on the break or through set-pieces.

Following the Match

The match atmosphere is expected to be electric, and tracking the game minute-by-minute adds to the excitement. From the first whistle to the final moments, fans can follow every goal, momentum shift, and key event as the drama unfolds on the pitch.

Key Statistics

Beyond the scoreline, the match statistics will tell the deeper story of the performance. Expect close scrutiny on metrics such as shots on target, possession percentages, and corner counts. These figures will illustrate which team effectively controlled the tempo and created the most dangerous chances.

Why This Matters

Ultimately, this fixture carries weight for the season's broader narrative. Momentum is crucial in Europa League, and a victory in this match would serve as a significant morale booster for the winning side moving forward in the campaign.