Manchester United F.C. vs Olympique Lyonnais Prediction 17 April 202

Manchester United, once a dominant force, has been struggling in the Premier League, failing to win any of their last three matches. A painful 1-4 defeat to Newcastle recently dropped them to a disappointing 14th place in the standings. Yet, in European competition, the Red Devils have shown a more composed and commanding presence. They made light work of Real Sociedad in the Europa League round of 16, advancing comfortably with a 1-1 draw away and a convincing 4-1 win at Old Trafford.

Lyon, meanwhile, is enjoying a resurgence both domestically and in Europe. After dispatching Steaua Bucharest with back-to-back wins (3-1, 4-0) in the previous round, they’ve climbed into the top four of Ligue 1 and appear to be peaking at just the right time. Their recent 3-1 victory over a tough Auxerre side underlined their growing momentum and attacking flair.

Despite United's inconsistency in the Premier League, bookmakers still see them as the favorites, largely due to their stronger squad depth and higher individual quality. Nevertheless, Lyon will not be an easy opponent—they are in form, full of confidence, and tactically disciplined. With both teams capable of creating chances and scoring goals, this tie has all the makings of a high-octane encounter. A goal-filled match with at least three strikes seems a very realistic outcome.

Over 2.5 goals in the match 1.68