On Thursday, February 5th, there was a match in the 1/4 finals of the French Cup, in which Lyon took on Lens. The main hour ended with a productive draw 2:2, but in the penalty shootout the visitors were the most accurate - 5:4, which is why they booked a ticket to the semifinals.

At the Lyon warehouse, Ukrainian striker Roman Yaremchuk scored his debut goal for the team. On the 67th century, when Lyon lost 0:2, the Ukrainian finished off Remi Imbert's cross from the left flank, reducing the deficit to a minimum. A dramatic comeback in the hour of compensation was achieved by Imber, establishing a 2:2 tie and taking the match to a penalty shootout.

The series of 11-meter Lances turned out to be more accurate. The only missed penalty from Lyon and Niacata, and Sangare and Thauvin brought the guests a 5:4 win.

Lyon – Lens 2:2 (4:5, penalties).

Goals: Yaremchuk, 67, Imber, 90+4 – Thauvin, 23, Sima, 45+1 Yaremchuk was on the field for the entire match, based on the scores: Sofascore – 7. 1/10, Flashscore – 6. 9/10. The Ukrainian scored his first goal for Lyon and was also productive in four matches for the club.

Lyon will play the upcoming match at Liza 1 8 Berezny against Paris in the home match of the 25th round.