LOSC Lille 0-1 Crvena Zvezda Player Ratings: Franklin Tebo's Late Goal Seals 1-0 Victory for Visitors

At the Stade Pierre-Mauroy, Crvena Zvezda executed a disciplined, tactically immaculate game plan to stun LOSC Lille 1-0 in a tense Europa League knockout clash. The game was a tactical battle from the outset. Lille dominated the ball for long stretches, as you might expect from the home side. However, they looked bereft of ideas in the final third. Crvena Zvezda's defensive shape was simply superb, frustrating the hosts at every turn.

The decisive moment came from a set-piece. Franklin Tebo rose highest to head home, sending the traveling fans into delirium. What stood out to us was how Lille failed to respond in the second half. Despite their possession, they created very few clear-cut chances, a testament to the visitors' organization. This match was a stark reminder that possession doesn't always win you football games. The 1-0 result leaves Lille with a mountain to climb in the second leg. Here are the LOSC Lille vs Crvena Zvezda player ratings.

Key Takeaways

• Franklin Tebo’s towering header proved to be the decisive moment in a tight tactical battle.
• Lille dominated the ball but lacked creativity and incision in the final third.
• Stankovic’s structured game plan was carried out to perfection by his players.

LOSC Lille Player Ratings vs Crvena Zvezda

Here are the LOSC Lille player ratings against Crvena Zvezda.

Goalkeeper

Berke Özer - 6.5: We felt he couldn't do much about the goal; it was a point-blank header. He made two decent saves inside the box to stop the scoreline from getting worse. His distribution was a bit nervy, though. He lost possession 14 times, which is too high for a keeper. A standard, if not spectacular, evening for the shot-stopper.

Defenders

Nathan Ngoy - 7.0: A really solid outing from the defender, probably one of Lille's better players. He was a rock, making six clearances and two crucial interceptions. He also blocked two shots, showing great reading of the game. He won most of his duels and even popped up with a key pass.

Romain Perraud - 6.5: He tried to provide an attacking spark from the back. Perraud had three shots, one of which tested the keeper. He also completed three successful dribbles, trying to drive his team forward. He just couldn't provide that game-changing moment Lille needed.

Aïssa Mandi - 6.5: A busy, busy night for Mandi. He was immense in the air, winning six of his eight aerial duels. He also made four clearances and a couple of tackles. His distribution was decent, especially his long balls. However, being part of a defense that conceded the decisive goal from a set-piece brings his rating down a touch.

Ayyoub Bouaddi - 7.5: What a performance from the youngster. From our perspective, he was a one-man wrecking crew in that defensive line. He won an incredible 12 out of 17 duels, showing strength and tenacity. He also recovered the ball nine times and made three tackles. The only blemish was an error leading to a shot, but otherwise, he was outstanding and didn't deserve to be on the losing side.

Midfielders

Hákon Arnar Haraldsson - 5.5: He was a ghost in the first half. He only had 29 touches and failed to make any real impact on the game. We noticed he lost most of his aerial battles and was a passenger. It was no surprise to see him hooked at halftime.

Ngal'ayel Mukau - 6.0: Similar to his midfield partner, Mukau had a very quiet 45 minutes. He was tidy in possession with an 85% pass accuracy. He also made five ball recoveries, which was decent. But he offered little going forward and was another unsurprising halftime substitution.

Benjamin André - 6.0: The captain put in a shift, as he always does. He was strong in the air, winning five aerial duels. He also won seven duels in total, scrapping for everything in the middle of the park. However, his passing was not up to its usual standard. Losing possession 18 times is simply not good enough for a player of his quality.

Félix Correia - 6.0: Showed some flashes of intent on the wing but ultimately lacked end product. He picked up a yellow card for a cynical foul. Losing the ball 16 times really hampered his team's ability to build pressure. You could see the frustration in his body language before he was subbed off.

Gaëtan Perrin - 5.5: A really tough night for Perrin. He was completely nullified by the opposition defense. He won only two of his nine duels and was dispossessed three times. His crossing was wayward, and he offered next to nothing.

Forwards

Matías Fernández-Pardo - 5.5: He was left completely isolated up top. The stats tell the story: only 20 touches and one duel won all game. He just couldn't get into the match or get any service. It's hard to be too critical when the supply line is cut, but he offered very little resistance against the physical visiting defenders.

Substitutes

Lille's substitutes came on but failed to alter the course of the match. They struggled to break down the deep-lying Crvena Zvezda defense. The changes did little to change the pattern of the game.

Manager

B. Génésio - 5.0: His team looked predictable and lacked a cutting edge. While they dominated possession, they did very little with it. The initial team selection didn't work, and while he tried to change it, his side still couldn't find a way through. A poor tactical display and a damaging home defeat.

Crvena Zvezda Player Ratings vs LOSC Lille

Check out the Crvena Zvezda player ratings for the LOSC Lille vs Crvena Zvezda Europa League match.

Goalkeeper

Matheus - 7.0: He had a relatively quiet night but did everything asked of him. Made one key save and claimed a high ball with confidence. His distribution was solid enough to start attacks. The late yellow card for time-wasting was a professional move to see out the win.

Defenders

Rodrigão - 8.0: A defensive masterclass. This man was a wall. He made an astonishing 13 clearances, just heading and kicking everything that came his way. He won 6 of his 7 duels, dominating the Lille forwards. A truly commanding performance that was central to his team's victory.

Strahinja Erakovic - 7.0: The perfect partner for Rodrigão. He was cool, calm, and collected. His 93% pass accuracy shows how comfortable he was on the ball. He made nine clearances of his own and was positionally flawless.

Franklin Tebo - 9.0: The clear Man of the Match. What a performance. He scored the winning goal with a powerful header. But his defensive contribution was just as important. He won 10 duels, made 7 clearances, 3 interceptions, and 2 tackles. He was everywhere. To top it off, he even had three shots.

Midfielders

Tomás Händel - 8.0: The creative genius for the visitors. He provided the pinpoint cross for the winning goal. Beyond the assist, he created three key passes and another big chance. His set-piece delivery was a weapon all night. He was the architect of this famous away win, controlling the tempo when his team had the ball.

Nair Tiknizyan - 7.5: An excellent, hard-working display. He won 8 of his 12 duels, showing real fight. He was also a creative force, providing two key passes and creating a big chance. He gave the Lille right-back a torrid time before he was substituted.

Rade Krunic - 7.0: A real captain's performance in the heart of midfield. He was the enforcer, breaking up play with three tackles and five clearances. He won 8 of his 14 duels, protecting his backline brilliantly. He led by example with his work rate and discipline. A performance full of grit.

Young-woo Seol - 6.5: A bit of a mixed bag. He worked tirelessly and made three interceptions. He also drew four fouls, relieving pressure on his team. However, he made an error leading to a shot and picked up a silly yellow card.

Forwards

Bruno Duarte - 6.5: He played the lone striker role very well. It was a thankless task, but he held the ball up and brought others into play. He won a decent number of his duels. He didn't get any real chances himself, but his work allowed his team to get up the pitch.

Vladimir Lucic - 6.0: He was more of a hindrance than a help at times. He committed five fouls, which is far too many, and received a yellow card for his troubles. He just seemed a little off the pace of the game. He was subbed off with little surprise from our end.

J. Enem - 7.0: He was a real handful during his time on the pitch. He provided an assist and was a constant physical presence. He won five of his eight duels, and his direct running caused problems. He should have scored on an early chance, but it was still a very positive contribution.

Substitutes

Crvena Zvezda's substitutes helped see the game out effectively. They slotted into the defensive system and maintained the team's shape and discipline. They helped secure a vital victory.

Manager

D. Stankovic - 8.5: A tactical masterclass. His game plan was perfect. He set his team up to be defensively solid and to hit on the counter and from set pieces. They frustrated a technically superior team and executed their plan to a T. He deserves immense credit for this huge away victory in Europe.

Man of the Match

Franklin Tebo was the man of the match.

Worst Performer

Gaëtan Perrin was the worst performer.