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Lyon Extends Winless Streak to 9 Games After Scoreless Draw
The club's hopes of qualifying for next season's Champions League took another hit.
Apr. 5, 2026 at 4:18pm
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Lyon's hopes of qualifying for next season's Champions League took another hit on Sunday as the club played to a 0-0 draw against Angers in Ligue 1, extending their winless streak to 9 games.
Why it matters
Lyon is one of the most prominent clubs in French football, but their recent poor run of form has put their chances of playing in Europe's top club competition next season in jeopardy. The draw against mid-table Angers was another setback in their pursuit of a top-3 finish in Ligue 1.
The details
Lyon failed to find the back of the net despite creating several chances throughout the match. The draw leaves them 6th in the Ligue 1 table, 7 points behind 3rd-placed Marseille with just 8 games remaining in the season.
- The match took place on Sunday, April 5, 2026.
The players
Lyon
One of the most successful and prominent clubs in French football, currently struggling to qualify for the Champions League.
Angers
A mid-table club in Ligue 1 that held Lyon to a scoreless draw at home.
What’s next
Lyon will look to end their winless run when they host Lille in their next Ligue 1 match on April 12th.
The takeaway
Lyon's inability to win games consistently has put their hopes of Champions League qualification in serious jeopardy, raising questions about the club's direction and the future of their manager.
