Olympique Lyonnais manager Pierre Sage is expected to make several changes to his starting lineup for the Ligue 1 match against AS Monaco on Sunday, March 23, 2026. Key midfielder Orel Mangala is predicted to return to the starting eleven after being rested in the midweek Coupe de France victory.
The most significant absence for Lyon will be captain Alexandre Lacazette, who is suspended after accumulating yellow cards. This is expected to see Malick Fofana lead the attack. Defender Duje Caleta-Car is also suspended, likely prompting a start for Dejan Lovren.
According to team news reports, goalkeeper Anthony Lopes is set to return after being rested in the cup. The predicted lineup also includes core players like Nicolas Tagliafico, Maxence Caqueret, and Rayan Cherki. The match is crucial for Lyon's push for European qualification.
The predicted Lyon XI (4-3-3) is: Lopes; Mata, O'Brien, Lovren, Tagliafico; Caqueret, Mangala, Matic; Cherki, Fofana, Benrahma. This lineup is based on the latest team news and injury reports ahead of the fixture at the Groupama Stadium.
