Anderlecht - Lyon

Anderlecht welcome Lyon to Lotto Park on 16 September 2026 for the opening matchday of the Europa League. The hosts enter the competition following a successful qualification campaign, having navigated past PAOK Thessaloniki FC and Kairat Almaty to secure their place in the group stage. The expected XI for Anderlecht features a forward line of Danylo Sikan, Tawfik Bentayeb, and Oliver Antman, supported by a defensive unit anchored by goalkeeper Colin Coosemans.

Lyon arrive in Brussels looking to regain momentum after recently exiting the Champions League qualification phase against Fenerbahce. Their domestic form remains steady, highlighted by a 3-1 victory over Auxerre earlier this month. With Corentin Tolisso expected to anchor the midfield alongside Pavel Sulc and Tyler Morton, the visitors will aim to disrupt the home side in what promises to be a testing start to the European campaign for both clubs.