Lyon v Lorient
Sun, 20:00 BST
Live on BT Sport Europe
It has been a difficult fortnight for Lyon so this game is a great chance to silence the doubters.
First there was a 6-0 defeat to Arsenal at the Emirates Cup and then a 2-0 loss to PSG in the Champions Trophy in Montreal.
After both games coach Hubert Fournier questioned his players' attitude. He felt certain players had eased off after last season's unexpectedly high finish (2nd).
Then there was the Alexandre Lacazette situation. Officially not for sale, the player has been linked with a move away all summer and it has clearly played on his mind.
But I can see Lyon taking the first steps towards recovering their reputation this weekend.
The criticism will have stung so there will be a reaction. Lacazette should be fully focused having finally agreed this week to extend his contract.
Even without holding midfielder Max Gonalons (suspended) Lyon ought to be too strong for the limited visitors.
Lorient finished just 6pts above the relegation zone last May and have sold 12-goal top scorerJordan Ayew - who doubled up as their top assists provider - to Aston Villa.
Recommended Bet
Lyon -1.0 Asian handicap @ 2.04

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