After 1-1 in Türkiye, OL approach Fenerbahçe return with caution | OneFootball

OL’s 1-1 draw at Fenerbahçe in Türkiye last week appears favourable for Champions League qualification, but recent European history suggests caution.

Loïs Openda said after last Tuesday’s play-off first leg that the return would be fifty-fifty. According to Le Progres, the encouraging scoreline does not guarantee progress.

For Paulo Fonseca’s side, the task on Wednesday is clear, they must improve on the first-leg stalemate, either win in normal time or qualify on penalties.

The club’s record indicates that a first-leg draw in knockout competition has not always led to a positive outcome.

The second leg will decide whether Lyon can return to the Champions League, with no margin for complacency.

Source: Le Progres

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