After two defeats and a draw, the start of the season for the Gym is getting a bit more complicated with a trip to Lyon. However, Nice will be able to count on Mario Balotelli, back from suspension.
Les Gones have played 2 of their first 3 matches at home. Each time, they have done the job with diligence and seriousness. Bertrand Traoré and Memphis allowed Bruno Genesio’s team to secure a victory against Amiens (2-0) in the championship opener.
Martin Terrier and Bertrand Traoré scored the two goals in the second win of the season at the Groupama Stadium, secured last Saturday against Strasbourg (2-0).
Between these two outings, OL was defeated in Reims, from a header by the very lively Pablo Chavarria (1-0).
THE LYON GROUP
Goalkeepers: Gorgelin, Lopes
Defenders: Rafael, Denayer, Dubois, Marcelo, Mendy, Morel, Tete
Midfielders: Aouar, Diop, Ferri, Ndombele, Tousart
Forwards: Cornet, Memphis, N.Fekir, Y.Fekir, Terrier, Traoré
THE NICE GROUP
Goalkeepers: Benitez, Clémentia
Defenders: Hérelle, Dante, Sarr, Boscagli, Burner, Coly, Jallet
Midfielders: Tameze, Cyprien, Makengo, Walter, Lees-Melou
Forwards: Srarfi, Saint-Maximin, Myziane, Balotelli
THE REFEREE
François Letexier will be the referee for the match. He will be assisted by Mehdi Rahmouni and Cyril Gringore.
