Based on the performances of both teams over the last two years in Europe, it’s a bit of a shame that one of either Olympique Lyonnais or Rubin Kazan will not be able to participate in the group stages of the UEFA Champions League. Of course, both have made their own bed by not finishing high enough in their domestic leagues last season, but there is little doubt that both are among the 32 teams most deserving of a Champions League place this season. Sadly, one will be banished to the Europa League come next week. Lyon will be looking to get a big win at home, and anything less will be a major disappointment. Here are the lineups.
Olympique Lyon Vs. Rubin Kazan, UEFA Champions League Playoff: Lineups
Lyon lineup: Lloris; Kone, Lovren, Kallstrom, Lisandro, Michel Bastos, Reveillere, Gomis, Briand, Cissokho, Gonalons
Rubin Kazan lineup: Ryzhikov; Kuzmin, Kasaev, Noboa, Kaleshin, Dyadyun, Bocchetti, Gokdeniz, Natcho, Kvirkvelia, Sharonov
Kickoff is at 2:45 pm ET, 7:45 pm BST. Check your local listings for available TV coverage. The game is available streaming online through pay services at FoxSoccer.tv and UEFA.com.
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