Lille OSC and Rijeka will face off in the 1st leg of the UEFA Conference League Play-offs.
It’s anticipated that Rijeka might encounter challenges in finding the net against the resilient Lille OSC side. On the other hand, it’s believed that Lille OSC has the potential to secure a hard-fought victory in this matchup.
Lille enters this match following a 1-1 draw in a Ligue 1 fixture against Nice.
In recent times, Lille’s defensive performance has been relatively inconsistent. They have conceded goals in 5 out of their last 6 matches, allowing a total of 5 goals during this period. While considering past outcomes, the question remains whether this defensive trend will continue in the upcoming match.
Lille’s manager, Paulo Fonseca, has only one fitness concern to address, with Djaló unavailable for selection. Apart from this, the team boasts a complete and healthy squad of players for the upcoming game.
Last 5 Games: Won: 2, Draw: 2, Lost: 1, Scored: 12, Conceded: 7, Clean Sheets: 1.
Rijeka enters the upcoming match on the back of a 2-0 victory against B36 Tórshavn in the Conference League Qualifiers.
Rijeka’s offensive prowess has been evident in their recent performances, as they have scored an impressive 18 goals in their last six matches. This results in an impressive average of 3 goals scored per game during this period.
Rijeka’s manager, Sergej Jakirović, is fortunate to have a fully fit squad at his disposal for the upcoming clash. There are no reported fitness concerns among the players, giving the manager a strong and healthy team to choose from.
Last 5 Games: Won: 4, Draw: 0, Lost: 1, Scored: 17, Conceded: 3, Clean Sheets: 2.
The match will be played at the Decathlon Arena – Stade Pierre-Mauroy.
August 24, 2023, 19:00 UK time.