Welcome to Extratips: Lyon vs Basel – Europa League Showdown & Predictions

Lyon host Basel at the Stade des Lumieres on October 23, 2025, at 16:45 in a crucial Europa League League Phase clash. The bookmakers clearly favor Lyon, as their win odds hover around 1.53–1.58, a draw sits near 4.1–4.33, while Basel’s away win is out at 5.0–6.1. Lyon, currently 23rd with 4 points, enjoy high motivation to climb, while Basel, 21st with 6 points, will be hungry to stay above. Their last five encounters saw Basel with 2 wins, Lyon with 2, and one draw – showing a tight rivalry. Lyon's last five home matches: 4 wins, 1 loss; Basel away: 3 wins, 2 losses. Lyon’s strengths: solid defense, home advantage, and clinical up front. Basel: tricky on the break, creative mids, but can leak goals. Watch for injuries, possible squad rotation, and Lyon’s fresh attacking tweaks. Key storylines: can Lyon dominate against a Basel side with a punchy counter? Will Basel’s away form disrupt Lyon’s run? Can both teams keep up their scoring form? Expect a dynamic match with both sides likely to find the net. Lyon’s home crowd could be the edge. Anticipate goals and a tight but exciting contest.