A detailed look at the upcoming UEFA Champions League clash between Lille and Real Betis, including predicted lineups, key statistics, and how to watch in the USA.
Match | Lille vs. Real Betis |
Competition | UEFA Champions League |
Stage | League Phase |
Date | Tuesday, September 8, 2026 |
Kickoff Time | 3:00 p.m. ET / 12:00 p.m. PT |
Location | Stade Pierre Mauroy, Lille, France |
TV Channel | Paramount+ (US) |
Real Betis head into their 2026/27 UEFA Champions League debut with soaring confidence following a significant league victory over Real Madrid. The Spanish side is motivated to secure a strong result in France, aiming to set a positive tone for what they hope will be a memorable European campaign.
However, they face a formidable challenge against a Lille team that remains unbeaten in their first three Ligue 1 matches, including a recent win at Toulouse. Under manager Davide Ancelotti, the French club has started the season impressively and is eager to replicate their strong performance from two seasons ago in this competition.
After a stint in MLS, veteran striker Olivier Giroud has returned to his homeland to lead Lille's attack, having scored seven goals last season. He remains a key figure for the French side.
For Betis, Troy Parrott was the hero in their recent victory against Real Madrid. After a prolific season in the Eredivisie, the Irish forward is looking to make his mark in LaLiga and start his Champions League journey on the right foot.
This will be the first official meeting between the two clubs at the Stade Pierre-Mauroy, a venue where Lille dropped 22 points in their domestic league last season.
How to Watch Lille vs. Betis in the United States
This UEFA Champions League group stage match will be played on Tuesday, September 8, at 3:00 p.m. ET.
The match will be broadcast on Paramount+ for viewers in the United States.
A Spanish language broadcast is available on ViX.
Lille vs. Betis Lineup Predictions
Lille: Ozer; Tiago Santos, Ngoy, Ribeiro, Verdonk; André, Bentaleb; Sahraoui, Haraldsson, Mbappé, Giroud.
Manager: Davide Ancelotti
Real Betis: Valles; Bellerín, Diego Llorente, Natan, Fran García; Marc Roca, Bernal; Antony, Isco, Fornals, Cucho Hernández.
Manager: Manuel Pellegrini
Team News: Injuries and Suspensions
Lille Inuries: Nianzou, Igamane, Diaoune.
Real Betis Injuries: Diego Conde, Abde, Lo Celso, Ruibal.
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