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The round match of the duel took place on February 26, in France, where Lyon won 1-0 through the goal scored by Lucas Tousart. Two weeks later, the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted the most important competition between clubs.
Although UEFA officials have yet to announce the exact date of the remaining Champions League duels, Lyon president Jean-Michel Aulas does. “The match with Juventus is confirmed for August 7, in Turin, with the doors closed. If the decision to end the Ligue 1 season is not reversed, Lyon and PSG will be massacred by teams that have a physical condition and training above them. It is a premature decision, we are unique in Europe. There are scenarios in which the completion of the internal championship can be allowed, “revealed to RTL Foot.
Four games left in the eighth round of the Champions League
Before the suspension of the competition, there were 4 of the quarterfinals. Is about Atlético de Madrid, PSG, RB Leipzig and Atalanta, after the matches Juventus – Lyon, Manchester City – Real Madrid, Bayern Munich – Chelsea and Barcelona – Napoli to establish the other 4 teams that will enter the competition’s quarterfinals.
Ligue 1, the first top championship stopped
Less than two weeks ago, the French authorities decided to suspend all team sports. Therefore, Ligue 1 came to a premature end and PSG, who was the leader of the league, was declared champion.
The decision also directly affected seventh place, Lyon, who will not compete in the European Cups next season for the first time since 1997. At the same time, suspension from the championship could be a serious disadvantage for Lyon and PSG, the French teams. still participates in the Champions League.