Lyon vs West Ham prediction: How will Europa League quarter-final play out?

West Ham are hoping to reach the semi-finals for the first time

West Ham’s Premier League form has been somewhat up and down as their Europa League run has continued to hot up over the last two months.

David Moyes’ side were beaten 2-0 by Brentford at the weekend in what was a disappointing performance from his side.

But that will all be forgotten if they can go to France and beat Lyon to book their place in the semi-finals.

A glamour tie against Barcelona could await them in the last four, so this promises to be a hugely enthralling contest against the struggling Ligue 1 side.

Here’s everything you need to know ahead of the second leg.

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When and where is it?

The first leg of the quarter-final between West Ham vs Lyon at the Groupama Stadium is due to kick-off at 8pm BST on Thursday 14 April.

How can I watch?

Viewers in the United Kingdom can watch West Ham vs Lyon on BT Sport 1, with coverage due to begin at 7:15pm BST. Subscribers can stream the game via the BT Sport app or online player.

Team news

Lyon have not confirmed any new injuries sustained since the first leg at the London Stadium seven days ago.

West Ham will be without Cresswell following his red card. They are also sweating on the fitness of Kurt Zouma after he went off after 30 minutes in their defeat to Brentford on Sunday. He could be replaced by Issa Diop.

Predicted line-ups

Lyon XI: Lopes; Gusto, Boateng, Lukeba, Emerson; Mendes, Ndombele; Faivre, Paqueta, Aouar; Dembele

West Ham XI: Areola; Fredericks, Dawson, Diop, Masuaku; Rice, Soucek; Bowen, Fornals, Benrahma; Antonio

Odds

Lyon – 57/50

Draw – 13/5

West Ham – 13/5

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Prediction

West Ham know this is a tough task as they prepare to try and win in France to book their place in the semi-finals. It will be a closely fought contest, but you feel they may just get over the line. 1-1 and West Ham win on penalties.

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