Champions League play-off dates set for OL, pending Sparta result | OneFootball

Olympique Lyonnais will learn on Tuesday night, after facing Sparta Prague, whether a Champions League play-off awaits against the winners of Sturm Graz v Fenerbahçe.

UEFA confirmed that the potential tie would be on Tuesday 18 August at 21:00 away, with the return on Wednesday 26 August at 21:00.

Between those dates, Lyon start their Ligue 1 campaign on Saturday 22 August at 20:45 in Toulouse, leaving Paulo Fonseca’s side with a demanding schedule to manage.

The play-off would mean a trip to Türkiye or Austria, with Fenerbahçe in a strong position after a 2-0 first-leg win over Sturm Graz.

For Fonseca and his players, the prize would be entry into the Champions League proper for the 17th time in the club’s history.

Source: Le Progres

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