Lille predicted XI v Slavia Prague: Bruno Genesio’s side still without Angel Gomes as they look to book Champions League ticket

Lille OSC hold a 2-0 lead as they head into the second leg of their UEFA Champions League play-off against Slavia Prague, looking to book their place in the group stages of the competition.

Understandably, Bruno Genesio made the choice to rotate his side at the weekend. Despite resting some regular starters, his side nonetheless came out 2-0 winners against Angers SCO. The manager will be without some important players for the match against Slavia Prague, however, notably Angel Gomes, who is still recovering following his concussion on the opening day of the season against Stade de Reims.

Ismaily is also out with a knee injury, whilst new signing Aïssa Mandi is absent through suspension. After starting against Angers at the weekend, Ethan Mbappé is expected to return to the bench.

Lille likely lineup v Slavia Prague

Lucas Chevalier; Alexsandro, Bafodé Diakité, Thomas Meunier; Gabriel Gudmundsson, Hákon Arnar Haraldsson, Benjamin André, Tiago Santos; Rémy Cabella, Edon Zhegrova; Jonathan David. (L’Éq)

GFFN | Luke Entwistle