Lyon under Paulo Fonseca advances to Champions League play-off

Lyon, managed by Paulo Fonseca, qualified for the Champions League play-off by turning the tide against Sparta Prague. After a solid performance, the French team advanced to the next stage, where they will face Fenerbahçe, the vice-champion of Turkey.

In the third qualifying round of the competition, Lyon emerged from the 'grey area' and ensured their continued pursuit of a place in the group stage. This turnaround was a pivotal moment for the team, which showed strong determination throughout the match.

On the other hand, NEC eliminated Olympiacos, making it one of the day's surprises, as the Greek team featured a significant core of Portuguese players. The elimination of Olympiacos stands out as a notable event in this round of the Champions League.