Lille CSO prepares to face AJ Auxerre this Sunday at 3 p.m. as part of the thirtieth day of Ligue 1 McDonalds. This match will be crucial in the final sprint of the championship, after a one-way match marked by a disappointment for the Dogues, who had conceded a draw (0-0) on the Auxerre lawn despite a numerical advantage and a penalty. The loss of these two points is now intolerable in the race to maintain and qualify, and the Lille team must imperatively impose itself to consolidate its position.

There are a number of notable absences in the population, including Edon Zhegrova, still unavailable due to persistent pubic discomfort since December, and Tiago Santos, whose return is scheduled for June. Samuel Umtiti has resumed collective training with a positive state of mind, but is not yet able to integrate the group for this meeting. The technical staff is nevertheless reassuring as to the general fitness of the other players, stressing their availability and optimal form.

At a press conference, coach Bruno Genesio confirmed the unavailability of Zhegrova and Santos, insisting that the Kosovar is not yet ready to resume the game. However, he expressed satisfaction with Umtiti’s return to the band, although he is not yet able to participate in Sunday’s game. The match against AJ Auxerre is therefore crucial for the LOSC, which will have to draw on its resources to achieve the victory and pursue its season objective.