Utrecht vs Lyon prediction 25.09.2025 | UEFA Europa League

Utrecht’s form in their recent matches has been mixed, especially in recent weeks. Over their last six games in all competitions, they have recorded three wins, one draw, and two losses, sadly their domestic form has plummeted right before the start of the Europa League campaign. They have suffered back-to-back league defeats against Groningen and Fortuna (1-0 both times). At home in the Europa League qualification, though, Utrecht have been strong: they are unbeaten in their last six matches in this competition, keeping two clean sheets in that run. Defensively, they have been solid at home domestically this season - two goals conceded in three games.

Injuries and absences could complicate things for Utrecht. Key names such as Dani de Wit, Rafik El Arguioui, Davy van den Berg, and Victor Jensen are doubtful or unavailable.

Lyon arrive in a confident mood. They have won four of their last five fixtures in Ligue 1 and have been hard to break down defensively - only three goals conceded in five league outings. Their defense has been relatively solid, keeping multiple clean sheets, and limiting opponents to low scoring opportunities. In Ligue 1, Lyon have picked up momentum, asserting themselves near the top of the table - they are currently level on points with leaders PSG and AS Monaco.

The Ligue 1 side head into this game with a slightly depleted squad: Rémy Descamps, Abner Vinicius, Ernest Nuamah, and Orel Mangala are sidelined with injuries.