The UEFA Europa League returns on Thursday with a group stage match between Lyon and FC Basel.
Lyon are seeking a perfect 3-0 start to this stage of the competition after defeating RB Salzburg and FC Utrecht in their first two matches.
Unfortunately for the hosts, their European form hasn’t followed them back to Ligue 1. They find themselves in fifth place with three losses already.
Watch Lyon vs. Basel on Paramount+
Basel suffered a loss to Freiburg in their opening group match, but rebounded nicely with a 2-0 win over Stuttgart in their most recent showing.
The visitors are riding a three-match win streak in all competitions. Their domestic form sees them residing at second in the table, just one point off leaders Thun.
If you are looking for betting advice for the matchup, we’ve got you covered. Here are the latest odds for the game, courtesy of OddsWire.
Lyon vs. Basel game odds
Lyon vs. Basel prediction, pick
The French side have shown impressive form thus far in this competition. Having the homefield advantage could be the difference in this one. They squeak out a tight affair.
Prediction: Lyon 2, Basel 1
Lyon vs. Basel channel, start time, streaming
- When: Thursday, October 23
- Where: Groupama Stadium (Décines-Charpieu, France)
- Time: 12:45 p.m. ET
- Channel/streaming: Paramount+ (Watch LIVE), ViX (Watch on Prime Video)
