Ligue 1 Gameweek 4
Lille 2 - 0 FT Estac Troyes
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
18' Tiago Santos (Dilane Bakwa)
โ Lucas Maronnier โNoah Donkor 45'
HT
61' โ Hรกkon Arnar Haraldsson โMaurits Kjaergaard
71' โ Ayase Ueda โOlivier Giroud
71' โ Basar Onal โGaรซtan Perrin
71' โ Dilane Bakwa โEthan Mbappe
โ Kandet Diawara โTimothee Nkada 75'
โ Mouhamed Diop โIron Gomis 75'
โ Hugo Picard โRenaud Ripart 80'
โ Antoine Mille โYacouba Konรฉ 80'
82' Olivier Giroud
86' โ Ngal'ayel Mukau โBenjamin Andrรฉ
90'+3 Ethan Mbappe (Maurits Kjaergaard)
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Lille
Goalkeepers
Berke รzer 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Tiago Santos 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Nathan Ngoy 
MAGNET
101
Activity
101
Activity
91
Passes
10
Duels
Alexsandro Ribeiro
MAGNET
120
Activity
120
Activity
115
Passes
5
Duels
Romain Perraud 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Midfielders
Ngal'ayel Mukau 
NPC
86
Minutes
86
Minutes
34%
Pass Acc
6.6
Rating
Nabil Bentaleb 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
66%
Pass Acc
Dilane Bakwa 
SWEEPER
3
Cleanups
3
Cleanups
2
Interceptions
1
Blocks
Hรกkon Arnar Haraldsson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
61
Total Mins
61
Entry
Baลar รnal
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
71
Total Mins
71
Entry
Forwards
Ayase Ueda
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
BENCH
Orlando Gill 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Tanguy Nianzou
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Calvin Verdonk
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Benjamin Andrรฉ
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
4
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Maurits Kjรฆrgaard
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
1
Assists
17%
Pass Acc
Ethan Mbappรฉ 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
8.1
Rating
Olivier Giroud
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gaรซtan Perrin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Osame Sahraoui
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Estac Troyes
Goalkeepers
Patrick Beach
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Lucas Maronnier 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
80%
Duel Win %
Adrien Monfray
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
31%
Pass Acc
Michel Junior Diaz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Anis Ouzenadji
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
4
Tackles
70%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
Mouhamed Diop
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
75
Total Mins
75
Entry
Dermane Karim
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kandet Diawara
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
75
Total Mins
75
Entry
Antoine Mille
LATE SHIFT
10
Late Mins
10
Late Mins
80
Total Mins
80
Entry
Hugo Picard
LATE SHIFT
10
Late Mins
10
Late Mins
80
Total Mins
80
Entry
Forwards
Jรฉrรฉmy Le Douaron 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
10
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
BENCH
Yored Konatรฉ
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Noah Donkor
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
44
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Soukouna
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Iron Gomis
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Y. Kone
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Timothรฉ Nkada
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Renaud Ripart
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/03/2023 | Estac Troyes | 1 - 1 | Lille | Ligue 1 | Stade de l'Aube |
| 01/15/2023 | Lille | 5 - 1 | Estac Troyes | Ligue 1 | Decathlon Arena โ Stade Pierre-Mauroy |
| 01/08/2023 | Lille | 2 - 0 | Estac Troyes | Coupe de France | Decathlon Arena โ Stade Pierre-Mauroy |
| 05/01/2022 | Estac Troyes | 3 - 0 | Lille | Ligue 1 | Stade de l'Aube |
| 12/04/2021 | Lille | 2 - 1 | Estac Troyes | Ligue 1 | Stade Pierre-Mauroy |
| 01/20/2018 | Estac Troyes | 1 - 0 | Lille | Ligue 1 | Stade de l'Aube |
| 10/14/2017 | Lille | 2 - 2 | Estac Troyes | Ligue 1 | Stade Pierre-Mauroy |
| 01/23/2016 | Lille | 1 - 3 | Estac Troyes | Ligue 1 | Stade Pierre-Mauroy |
| 11/21/2015 | Estac Troyes | 1 - 1 | Lille | Ligue 1 | Stade de l'Aube |
| 10/28/2015 | Lille | 2 - 1 | Estac Troyes | Coupe de la Ligue | Stade Pierre-Mauroy |
06/03/2023
01/15/2023
01/08/2023
05/01/2022
12/04/2021
01/20/2018
10/14/2017
01/23/2016
11/21/2015
10/28/2015
Lille Win
Estac Troyes Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 4 GD: +5
P: 4 GD: +4
P: 4 GD: +3
P: 4 GD: +4
P: 4 GD: +4
P: 4 GD: +1
P: 4 GD: 0
P: 4 GD: 0
P: 4 GD: 0
P: 4 GD: +1
P: 4 GD: -1
P: 4 GD: -5
P: 4 GD: 0
P: 4 GD: -1
P: 4 GD: -6
P: 4 GD: -2
P: 4 GD: -3
League Standings
P: 5 GD: +5
P: 5 GD: +8
P: 5 GD: +5
P: 5 GD: +4
P: 5 GD: -1
P: 5 GD: +1
P: 5 GD: +1
P: 5 GD: 0
P: 5 GD: 0
P: 5 GD: -5
P: 5 GD: -1
P: 5 GD: -1
P: 5 GD: -2
P: 5 GD: -3
P: 5 GD: 0
P: 5 GD: -7
P: 5 GD: -1
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Lille
Estac Troyes
Lille
Estac Troyes
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Lille Flex Their Muscle at Home
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 46/100. A masterclass in control and patience saw the hosts cement their European ambitions while keeping Troyes at arm's length.
False Dawn to First Blood
Stade Pierre-Mauroy thought they had their dream start almost immediately. The Intensity was soaring when Hรกkon Arnar Haraldsson found the net in the third minute, only for VAR to ruthlessly cut the celebrations short. Rather than letting the disappointment fester, Lille simply tightened their grip. They dominated possession, pinning Estac Troyes deep inside their own half. The breakthrough felt inevitable and duly arrived in the 18th minute. Dilane Bakwa carved out the opportunity, sliding a clever ball into the path of Tiago Santos, who finished with authority. That early strike dictated the entire rhythm of the afternoon, forcing the visitors into a reactive shell they never managed to escape.
The Stranglehold
With the lead secured, the Balance of play became entirely one-sided. The home side knocked the ball around with supreme confidence, racking up 63 percent possession and registering over 600 passes to drain the energy from their opponents. When Troyes did try to venture forward, they were met by a brick wall led by Alexsandro Ribeiro. The Brazilian defender was an absolute rock, shutting down transitions and earning a deserved man-of-the-match nod. Frustration boiled over for the visitors as they committed 20 fouls in a desperate attempt to disrupt the tempo. Yet, their blunt attack managed just a single shot on target. Without the ball and without bite, the away side never possessed the necessary Upset Factor to threaten a comeback.
The Final Flourish
As the clock ticked down, the Stakes remained deceptively high. A one-goal margin always carries risk, but the hosts' bench provided the ultimate safety net. In the third minute of stoppage time, two substitutes linked up to kill the contest dead. Maurits Kjaergaard provided the vision, and Ethan Mbappe applied the killer touch, sending the home faithful into delirium. The 2-0 scoreline accurately reflected the gulf in class on the day. This result keeps the hosts firmly in the mix for European spots, sitting comfortably in fifth, while Troyes remain marooned in mid-table obscurity. It was a professional, ruthless display that sends a clear message to the rest of the league.
Key Questions
How did VAR change this match?
VAR ruled out Haraldsson's third-minute goal, briefly stalling Lille's momentum before they resumed control and officially opened the scoring 15 minutes later.
How did substitute Tiago Santos change the game?
Tiago Santos actually started the match, proving pivotal by scoring the opening goal in the 18th minute to give his side a lead they never relinquished.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Lille's Top-Four Credentials Face Troyes Test
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 68/100. With early-season Champions League positioning on the line, Lille must prove their dominance against a resilient Troyes side.
The Setup
Welcoming the visitors to the Stade Pierre-Mauroy on September 13, 2026, Lille are already displaying a Form rating that demands respect following an unbeaten start to the campaign. Estac Troyes, sitting just three points behind in seventh, know the Stakes are escalating quickly in this top-four battle. The hosts boast heavy odds as the overwhelming favourites, but early-season standings can sometimes mask an unpredictable Balance on the pitch. Lille's firepower, supplemented by their squad's collection of Stars, gives them a distinct advantage on paper, yet Troyes remains a tricky and stubborn hurdle to clear if the hosts want to maintain their push for Europe.
Key Battle
The veteran savvy of Olivier Giroud will be central to Lille's attacking plans, as he looks to bully the visiting defense in the penalty area. Going the other way, Troyes will rely heavily on A. Mille to quickly transition the ball and launch threatening counter-attacks against the run of play.
Our Prediction
We expect a controlled home victory, finishing 2-0. Lille's overwhelming attacking depth and possession will eventually break down Troyes' resistance, allowing them to capitalize on tired legs in the second half.