Prediction for match Young Boys — Lyon, 22.01.2026

Odds and Probability Percentages for the Match Outcome

In the Europa League on January 22, 2026, Young Boys will face Lyon. The 1X2 odds are as follows: Young Boys win at 4.54, draw at 4.07, and Lyon win at 1.82. The probability distribution is: Lyon - 54.11%, draw - 24.20%, Young Boys - 21.69%. Lyon stands out as the favorite based on both probability and odds, which is also supported by their recent match statistics. Betting on Lyon's victory seems the most justified, considering the difference in both teams' recent performances.

Team Results and Statistics

In their last five matches, Young Boys have averaged 51% possession, received 1 yellow card, committed 8.8 fouls, and been caught offside 2 times per game. During the same period, Lyon averaged 57.2% possession, received 2.2 yellow cards, committed 13.2 fouls, and had 1.2 offsides. In Young Boys' last three matches: January 17 - Young Boys vs Lausanne - 1-3, December 21 - Lugano vs Young Boys - 3-0, December 17 - Young Boys vs Grasshopper - 2-6. For Lyon: January 18 - Lyon vs Brest - 2-1, January 11 - Lille vs Lyon - 1-2, January 3 - Monaco vs Lyon - 1-3. These results show that Lyon consistently earns points, while Young Boys struggle defensively. In earlier matches, Young Boys defeated Luzern 2-0 and Lille 1-0, while Lyon beat Le Havre 1-0 and Go Ahead Eagles 2-1.

Goals by Match Statistics

In terms of scoring in the last five matches, Young Boys average 1.2 goals scored and 2.4 conceded, while Lyon scores 2 and concedes only 0.8. The average total goals in Young Boys' matches is 3.6, and for Lyon, it's 2.8. Regarding over 2.5 goals: Young Boys had it in 3 out of 5 games, Lyon in 4 out of 5. In the first half, over 1.5 goals occurred 3 times for Young Boys, 4 times for Lyon. In the second half, both teams had over 1.5 goals only once. The most frequent goal interval for Young Boys is the 16-30 minute mark (30%), for Lyon it's the 31-45 minute mark (43%). Young Boys are most vulnerable late in the game (76-90 minutes, 40%), while Lyon concedes most often at the end of the first half (31-45 minutes, 38%). These stats indicate that both teams can score, but Lyon appears more balanced and reliable defensively. Combined with their consistent over 2.5 goals and strong attack, a Lyon victory seems a logical choice.

Corners: Numbers and Potential Bets

Both teams average 4.2 corners per game over the last five matches. The frequency of over 9.5 corners is 0 out of 5 for both teams. Looking at the total corners, the line closest to their average sum is 8.5, with odds for both outcomes: over 8.5 corners - 1.44, under 8.5 - 2.51. You could also consider over 9.5 - 1.78 and under 9.5 - 1.93. For corner outcomes, Lyon is the favorite with odds of 1.47. Based on the statistics, the match does not promise a high number of corners, and betting on under 8.5 or 9.5 seems justified, given the absence of over totals in recent matches for both teams.