UEFA Europa League Showdown: FCSB vs Lyon – Head-to-Head Statistics, Live Score, and Predictions

The UEFA Europa League Round of 16 presents an interesting match between Romania's Fotbal Club FCSB and France's Olympique Lyonnais (Lyon) on March 6, 2025. To be hosted at 17:45 UTC kickoff time at Bucharest's Arena Națională, the match has attracted a lot of attention from football supporters around the world. citeturn0search3

Head-to-Head Statistics and Team Form

Historically, Lyon has dominated their encounters with FCSB. In their previous ten meetings, Lyon secured six victories, while FCSB managed one win, and three matches ended in draws. Lyon boasts a goal difference of +8, having scored 13 goals and conceded five. On the other hand, FCSB has a goal difference of +6, with 18 goals scored and 12 conceded. citeturn0search0

Recent Form:

• FCSB:
• Win over PAOK Thessaloniki (2-0) on February 20, 2025.
• Win over PAOK Thessaloniki (2-1) on February 13, 2025.
• Loss to Manchester United (0-2) on January 30, 2025.
• Win over Qarabag (3-2) on January 23, 2025.
• Draw with Hoffenheim (0-0) on December 12, 2024.
• Lyon:
• Win over Brest (2-1) on March 2, 2025.
• Defeat by Paris Saint-Germain (2-3) on February 23, 2025.
• Victory against Montpellier (4-1) on February 16, 2025.
• Victory against Reims (4-0) on February 9, 2025.
• Defeat by Marseille (2-3) on February 2, 2025.

These figures give the steady performance of Lyon, while FCSB has shown determination in recent matches. citeturn0search4

Estimated Lineups

FCSB:

• Goalkeeper: Andrei Vlad
• Defenders: Valentin Crețu, Iulian Cristea, George Miron, Risto Radunović
• Midfielders: Anthony Lopes, Léo Dubois, Jérôme Boateng
• Forwards: Octavian Popescu, Ianis Stoica, Claudiu Keșerü

Lyon:

• Goalkeeper: Jean Marcelin
• Defenders: Kenny Tete, Jason Denayer, Emerson Palmieri
• Midfielders: Bruno Guimarães, Rayan Cherki, Lucas Paquetá, Houssem Aouar
• Forwards: Karl Toko Ekambi, Moussa Dembélé, Ismaël Boura, L效_ed Rey

Match Prediction and Betting Odds

Analyzing both teams' recent performances and previous statistics, Lyon appears to be favored. Bookmaker odds are in favor of Lyon winning at 48.78%, while FCSB stands at a 25.64% chance of winning, and a draw at 26.18%. citeturn0search9

Predicted Score: FCSB 1-2 Lyon

Live Score and Updates

Fans can visit ESPN's live match page for live scores and updates throughout the match. citeturn0search8

Conclusion

The FCSB-Lyon match is sure to be an enthralling contest in the UEFA Europa League. While Lyon enjoys the edge of history, FCSB's recent form and home support can result in an interesting and closely contested game.