Young Boys vs Lyon Prediction and Betting Tips for the Europa League, scheduled for Thursday, January 22, 2026, at 17:45 GMT. The match will be broadcast live on TNT Sports and Discovery+ from the Wankdorf Stadion in Bern. Check Out Europa League Predictions from our experts.
The home side has struggled recently, sitting twenty first in the table after three wins and three losses. Meanwhile, Lyon is sitting pretty at the top with fifteen points. It is a massive night for the Swiss fans who hope to see a major upset against the French leaders.
Young Boys vs Lyon Key Facts and Stats
Lyon boasts the joint best attacking record in the competition after scoring thirteen goals in matches.
Young Boys broke an eight game winless streak against French opposition by recently defeating Lille OSC.
The French visitors have maintained a perfect record in competitive fixtures against teams from Switzerland lately.
Union Berlin loanee Chris Bedia leads the Swiss side with twelve goals in nineteen league appearances.
Corentin Tolisso has been the main man for Lyon in Europe with four goals so far.
Young Boys sit twenty first in the standings and need points to secure their qualification place.
Strong home attack averaging 2.00 goals scored per match
High offensive pressure winning 5.00 corners per home game
Attractive style with 75% of home matches over 1.5 goals
- Young Boys's Weaknesses
Poor defensive stability conceding 2.00 goals per match at home
Recent domestic slump with twelve goals conceded in three matches
Disciplinary concerns following multiple recent red cards in league play
League Position
1
+ Lyon's Strengths
Lethal away attack with 2.33 goals scored per match
Best defense in the table conceding only 0.67 goals away
Current leaders of the competition with a perfect 2026 start
- Lyon's Weaknesses
High aggression levels with 12.67 fouls committed per game
Key injuries to attackers like Malick Fofana and Ernest Nuamah
Match Preview
Young Boys have entered a very dark tunnel recently. After a decent December, they have lost three straight games in the Swiss Super League. Even worse, they allowed twelve goals during that span, which is a total nightmare for any professional manager.
The Bern based club currently sits in twenty first place in the Europa League standings. They have nine points from six matches, keeping them just inside the playoff spots. Still, they need a big performance to stay ahead of teams like Dinamo Zagreb.
Discipline has been a massive headache for the hosts lately. Tanguy Zoukrou is suspended for this match after his early red card against Lille. Without him, the defense looks even more vulnerable against an opposition that loves to punish every single mistake.
Lyon is currently the team to beat in France and Europe. They have won six consecutive matches across all competitions since early December. Les Gones look clinical and full of confidence, especially when they travel away from their home stadium in France.
The visitors sit at the summit of the league phase rankings with fifteen points. They have the joint best attacking record in the tournament so far. Scoring thirteen goals in five games shows just how dangerous their forward line can be right now.
Even though they have injury concerns with Malick Fofana and Ernest Nuamah, the squad depth is impressive. Corentin Tolisso has been a revelation in this competition, scoring four times. It is hard to bet against them in this Young Boys vs Lyon Prediction and Betting Tips.
The Lyon correctional court has acquitted the independent media outlet Rue89Lyon in a defamation lawsuit filed by Jean-Michel Aulas and his son, Alexandre. The case involved an investigative report on the family's business investments in Florida. Although the court ruled that the article did not contain defamatory allegations, the former Lyon president and his son have announced their decision to appeal the verdict.
S. Lauper, R. Raveloson D. Maleš, D. Pech, A. Virginius
FW
C. Bedia
OUT
F. Conte(OUT),
J. Hadjam(OUT),
T. Zoukrou(OUT),
E. Colley(OUT)
Lyon (4-3-3)
GK
D. Greif
DF
N. Tagliafico, R. Kluivert, C. Mata, A. Maitland-Niles
MF
Abner Vinícius, M. d. Carvalho, T. Tessmann K. Merah, P. Šulc, A. Karabec
FW
-
OUT
R. Ghezzal(OUT),
M. Fofana(OUT),
E. Nuamah(OUT)
Referee
Aliyar Aghayev
Avg. cards
4.17
0.04
Prediction
Over 2.5 Goals @1.63
This match has all the ingredients for a high scoring affair in Bern. Young Boys are averaging two goals scored at home but also concede two goals per match. Their defense has been leaky lately, allowing twelve goals in just three domestic games recently.
Lyon brings a lethal attack that averages over two goals per away trip. With the visitors fighting to keep their top spot and the hosts desperate for points, we expect an open game. The statistics suggest a spectacular match with plenty of goalmouth action.
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FAQ – Young Boys vs Lyon Prediction
Who will win between Young Boys and Lyon?
Lyon are the clear favorites due to their top position and six game winning streak, but Young Boys are usually very tough to beat at home in Bern.
Where can I watch Young Boys vs Lyon live?
The Young Boys vs Lyon Europa League match will be broadcast live on TNT Sports and Discovery+.
What time does Young Boys vs Lyon start?
Kick-off is scheduled for 17:45(GMT) on Thursday, January 22, 2026.
Alexandru Florin is a football betting expert, providing tips and accumulator predictions for xpertstats.com since 2022. With a strong focus on data-driven analysis, he delivers well-researched insights and reliable advice for bettors aiming for long-term profit.
