Be careful of the shock! If the two teams have never faced each other on the European scene, this Wednesday evening’s duel between Manchester United and OL Lyonnes, during the 5th day of the Women’s Champions League, promises to be thrilling. And perhaps decisive in the race to qualify for the quarter-finals.
Still undefeated in the competition, the Lyonnaises, who remain on a comeback against Juventus (0-3 then 3-3), share first place in the ranking with Barcelona, Juventus and Real Madrid. Note that these last two teams played one more match.
OL, the most successful team in the competition with eight titles, is therefore well placed to respect its rank and to finish the first phase in the top 4 which is synonymous with direct qualification for the quarter-finals.
But Manchester United, although 8th, is only one length behind the leading pack and can make a jump in the standings if successful.
For this duel, the Lyonnaises will be able to count on a full group with the returns, in particular, of Wendie Renard, Kadidiatou Diani, Inès Benyahia and Teagan Micah who were spared last weekend against Dijon (3-0 victory) in the Premier League.
The Women’s Champions League match between Manchester United and OL will kick off at 9 p.m. this Wednesday, December 10. The meeting will be followed live on the L’Equipe channel and Disney +.
