Lyon Beats Brest to Secure European Ticket for Ligue 1 and Europa Conference League Qualifiers

### Lyon Beats Brest to Secure European Ticket for Ligue 1 and Europa Conference League Qualifiers

Lyon secured their place in the UEFA Europa Conference League qualifiers with a convincing victory over Brest on Saturday evening at the Stade de France.

The match was played under bright conditions, with Lyon's attacking prowess shining through from the outset. The hosts dominated possession and quickly took control of the game, creating numerous opportunities to score.

In the 25th minute, Lyon broke the deadlock when Romain Laporte scored his second goal of the season. This goal gave Lyon an early lead that they would not relinquish.

Brest, despite being well-drilled and having strong defensive capabilities, struggled to find an equalizer. Their efforts were thwarted by Lyon's solid defense and sharp passing.

As the match progressed, Lyon continued to dominate. In the 74th minute, Olivier Giroud extended their lead when he netted a stunning strike from outside the box. This goal put Lyon firmly in control and ensured they would advance to the next round of qualifying matches.

The win over Brest is significant for Lyon as it provides them with a ticket to face either Real Madrid or Atlético Madrid in the first leg of their Europa Conference League qualifier against one of Europe’s top teams. The second leg will be held in Brest in November.

This result also gives Lyon a chance to maintain their momentum and potentially qualify for the Champions League if they can secure another win in their remaining games this season.

Overall, Lyon’s victory against Brest demonstrates their resilience and ability to come out on top in competitive matches. They now look forward to facing a tough opponent in the first leg of their Europa Conference League qualifier, which could prove crucial for their long-term ambitions in European football.