Active in Ligue 1
Career
No transfer history
Scout Report
Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.
Ainsley Cory Maitland-Niles is a solid SQUAD PLAYER for Lyon. Evidence: 20.0 Appearances.
Player DNA
Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.
A specialist who excels in Shooting (48/100) but has room to grow in Dribbling.
Ainsley Cory Maitland-Niles Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Midfielders
Height 28%
Weight 46%
Experience 73%
vs Ligue 1
Height 21%
Weight 33%
Experience 73%
Traits
DECORATED EUROPEAN ELITE
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 30
Shooting 48
Defense 45
Workrate 48
Passing 42
Key Strength 48 Shooting
Area to Watch 30 Dribbling
Match Stats
Match-by-match record for Ainsley Cory Maitland-Niles this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 01, 2026 | Marseille 3-2 Lyon | 98' | 6.9 | - | - | 100 |
| Feb 22, 2026 | Strasbourg 3-1 Lyon | 99' | 6.3 | - | - | 60 |
| Feb 15, 2026 | Lyon 2-0 Nice | 91' | 7.2 | - | - | 31 |
| Feb 07, 2026 | Nantes 0-1 Lyon | 94' | 6.7 | 0 | 0 | 45 |
| Feb 01, 2026 | Lyon 1-0 Lille | 96' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 30 |
| Jan 25, 2026 | Metz 2-5 Lyon | 92' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 86 |
| Jan 18, 2026 | Lyon 2-1 Stade Brestois 29 | 74' | 7.7 | 0 | 0 | 70 |
| Jan 03, 2026 | Monaco 1-3 Lyon | 94' | 7.3 | 0 | 1 | 100 |
| Dec 07, 2025 | Lorient 1-0 Lyon | 42' | 5.2 | 0 | 0 | 45 |
| Nov 30, 2025 | Lyon 3-0 Nantes | 18' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 67 |
| Nov 09, 2025 | Lyon 2-3 Paris Saint Germain | 90' | 7.3 | 1 | 0 | 100 |
| Nov 02, 2025 | Stade Brestois 29 0-0 Lyon | 75' | 7.0 | 0 | 0 | 34 |
| Oct 29, 2025 | Paris FC 3-3 Lyon | 90' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 100 |
| Oct 26, 2025 | Lyon 2-1 Strasbourg | 90' | 6.5 | 0 | 0 | 97 |
| Oct 18, 2025 | Nice 3-2 Lyon | 90' | 6.0 | 0 | 0 | 94 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 05, 2026 | Angers vs Lyon | 47 |
| Apr 12, 2026 | Lyon vs Lorient | 50 |
| Apr 19, 2026 | Paris Saint Germain vs Lyon | 74 |
| Apr 26, 2026 | Lyon vs Auxerre | 61 |
| May 03, 2026 | Lyon vs Rennes | 70 |
| May 09, 2026 | Toulouse vs Lyon | 56 |
| May 16, 2026 | Lyon vs Lens | 74 |
Ainsley Maitland-Niles is operating as a Bronze Wall, bringing significant pedigree and composure to the defensive line. With a trophy cabinet boasting 20 career honors, including a UEFA Conference League title and multiple FA Cup triumphs, the versatile Englishman serves as a high-level anchor. His presence ensures tactical Balance, utilizing his experience from elite European competitions to manage the tempo and structure of the back four.
The data from this campaign highlights a unique hybrid profile, characterized as a cross between a defensive specialist and a goal threat. Maitland-Niles has accumulated 1469 minutes across 18 appearances, proving his durability over a full season. Interestingly, his strongest pentagon dimension is Shooting, reflecting his ability to contribute effectively in the final third despite his primary defensive duties. He is currently hitting top form with a +47% trend in his recent performances, firmly securing his status as a reliable SQUAD PLAYER. His Intensity in the tackle and discipline in positioning make him a vital asset when the stakes are high, providing the consistency needed to grind out results.