Kick-off on January 29, 2026, at 22:00.

In Matchday 8 of the Europa League league phase, Lille will face Freiburg at the Pierre-Mauroy Stadium. The French side plans to follow an attacking game model, using high pace on the flanks and constant pressure on the opponent’s defensive lines. The German team, known for its organization and tactical discipline, aims to neutralize the hosts’ strengths and operate effectively on the counterattack.

Lille has been playing well-structured football in the current Europa League campaign, mixing eye-catching victories with demanding fixtures. In the competition, it stood out with a convincing 4–0 rout of Dinamo Zagreb and an important away win against Roma, 0–1. However, it has also faced difficulties, losing to PAOK in a high-scoring match, 3–4, and suffering narrow 1–0 defeats against Crvena Zvezda and Young Boys. The French club is traditionally strong at home, where high concentration and crowd support allow it to dictate its terms.

Watch the match Lille — Freiburg online on 29.01.2026 on MEGOGO.

Freiburg has established itself as a highly resilient opponent on the international stage, maintaining an impressive unbeaten run in the Europa League. The German side’s record includes convincing victories over Nice, 1–3, and Utrecht, 2–0, as well as a win against Basel, 2–1. Julian Schuster’s team also managed to pick up valuable points in a difficult away match against Bologna, which ended in a 1–1 draw. Psychological resilience and tactical flexibility make it a particularly dangerous contender in the tournament.

Watch the live broadcast of the match Lille — Freiburg online on 29.01.2026 on MEGOGO.