Lyon predicted XI v Hoffenheim: Rémi Himbert brought back in

Lyon predicted XI v Hoffenheim: Rémi Himbert brought back in Rémi Himbert’s lack of minutes has come as something of a surprise this season. He started in Olympique Lyonnais’ opener in Ligue 1 against Toulouse FC but has not started since. Paulo Fonseca has called from more from the academy product. When Lois Openda sustained an injury, it was just assumed that Himbert would be the benefactor, however, he continued to be omitted by Paulo Fonseca. However, he is set to lead the line for Lyon when they head to face Hoffenheim in the UEFA Europa League this evening. OL are without Mohamed Ouédraogo, Nicolas Tagliafico, Pavel Sulc, and the aforementioned Openda. The likes of Tyler Morton and Corentin Tolisso ahead of the match against Paris Saint-Germain. That game is scheduled to take place on Sunday night, but due to the protests across France, it could be postponed until Monday. Lyon likely line-up v Hoffenheim Dominik Greif; Ruben Kluivert, Moussa Niakhaté, Felix Bacher, Clinton Mata; Mads Bidstrup, Tanner Tessmann, Noah Nartey; Keito Nakamura, Rémi Himbert, Kail Boudache. (L’Éq) GFFN | Luke Entwistle