Young Boys 1-0 Lille Player Ratings: Gregory Wüthrich 8.5/10 Rated as Males' Goal Secures 1-0 Win Against 10-Man Lille

What a chaotic and dramatic encounter in the Europa League. This match had absolutely everything you could ask for, a proper rollercoaster. The entire game pivoted on a moment of madness in the 32nd minute. It was a self-inflicted wound for LOSC Lille that they never truly recovered from.

Ayyoub Bouaddi's rash challenge inside the box was a disaster. Not only did he concede a penalty, but he also saw a straight red card. We watched it unfold, and you could just feel the momentum swing. But then, in a twist of fate, Chris Bedia stepped up for Young Boys and had his penalty brilliantly saved by Berke Özer. An incredible piece of goalkeeping that gave the 10 men of Lille a glimmer of hope.

Despite Lille's defiant stand, the pressure from Young Boys was relentless. They finally broke through just after the hour mark. Darian Males was the hero, scoring a goal from close range to seal a vital 1-0 victory. The game even had a bizarre ending with a late red card for a Young Boys substitute, capping off a truly wild night of football. Here are Sportsdunia's Young Boys vs Lille player ratings.

Young Boys Player Ratings vs Lille

Check out the Young Boys player ratings for the Young Boys vs Lille fixture.

Goalkeeper

Marvin Keller - 7.0: He wasn't overly tested for large parts of the game. However, he made a massive save to deny Olivier Giroud in the second half. That moment was crucial to preserve the clean sheet. He looked confident and commanded his area well when called upon. A solid, if unspectacular, performance.

Defenders

Jaouen Hadjam - 6.5: A very energetic performance down the left flank. He was always looking to get forward and support the attack, even having a couple of shots himself. What stood out to us was his willingness to run, but he did lose possession 19 times, which is a bit high. A mixed bag but his effort was undeniable.

Gregory Wüthrich - 8.5: Our man of the match. An absolute monster at the back for Young Boys. He read the game like a book, making four interceptions and a crucial last-man tackle. He was dominant in his duels and a true defensive leader. From our perspective, he was the calm head in a chaotic game.

Saidy Janko - 7.0: A really dependable display from the right-back. He made a vital last-man tackle that snuffed out a dangerous Lille attack. He also provided width going forward, whipping in five crosses. Defensively sound and contributed to the attack when needed.

Loris Benito - 7.0: The captain was calm and composed throughout. He distributed the ball effectively from the back, misplacing very few passes. Made a few important clearances and kept the defensive line organized. A quiet but very effective performance.

Midfielders

Alan Virginius - 7.5: He was electric until his unfortunate injury. His quick feet and direct running caused all sorts of problems for the Lille defence. He won the penalty which was the game's most pivotal moment. It was a real shame he had to be substituted, as he looked like Young Boys' most dangerous player.

Darian Males - 8.0: The match-winner. He was in the right place at the right time to poke home the decisive goal. Beyond the goal, he was a constant threat, getting three shots away and looking lively. It was a clinical and impactful performance before he was subbed off. His goal was the difference.

Dominik Pech - 6.5: A tidy game in the midfield. His pass accuracy was excellent, keeping possession ticking over for his team. However, he didn't offer a huge amount of penetration in the final third. A functional performance without any real fireworks.

Sandro Lauper - 6.5: Did his job in the middle of the park without standing out too much. He was solid defensively, making a key tackle and recovering the ball a few times. He kept things simple and supported the players around him. A steady presence.

Rayan Raveloson - 7.0: A busy and effective performance. We noticed he was always involved, whether it was breaking up play or trying to drive forward. He got a shot on target and won his duels. He was a key part of the midfield engine that eventually wore Lille down.

Forwards

Chris Bedia - 4.5: A truly dreadful night for the striker. The missed penalty was a huge moment that let Lille off the hook. He also missed two other big chances and just looked completely out of sorts. He lost the majority of his duels and seemed to be fighting the game. A performance to forget.

Substitutes

Alvyn Sanches - 6.0: Came on and showed some nice touches but didn't have a major impact.

Sergio Córdova - 6.0: Brought some fresh legs but the game was already in Young Boys' control.

Rhodri Smith - N/A: Not on long enough to rate.

Ryan Andrews - N/A: Not on long enough to rate.

Tanguy Zoukrou - 2.0: Getting two yellow cards in just a few minutes after coming on is inexcusable. A moment of pure indiscipline.

Manager

G. Seoane - 7.0: His team got the three points, and that's what counts. They capitalized on the red card, even after the penalty miss. His substitutions were logical to see out the game. A professional win in a chaotic match.

Lille Player Ratings vs Young Boys

Check out the Lille player ratings for the Young Boys vs Lille fixture.

Goalkeeper

Berke Özer - 8.5: Lille's best player by a country mile. The penalty save was simply magnificent and gave his team a lifeline. He made four saves in total and looked unbeatable for most of the night. He couldn't do anything about the goal. He deserved so much more from this game.

Defenders

Nathan Ngoy - 6.0: It was a difficult night for the defender. He was dribbled past a couple of times and seemed to struggle with the movement of the Young Boys forwards. He made a few important clearances but never looked entirely comfortable.

Thomas Meunier - 6.0: He tried to provide an outlet on the right and created a couple of chances with his crossing. However, he was pinned back for large periods after the red card. A decent effort in very trying circumstances before being substituted.

Romain Perraud - 6.5: A very busy performance. He was a surprise attacking threat, taking four shots, which is a lot for a defender. He created a big chance but was also a bit erratic at times. His energy was commendable as he tried to influence the game at both ends.

Chancel Mbemba - 8.0: A colossal performance in the heart of the defence. After his team went down to 10 men, he stepped up magnificently. He made a last-man tackle and was incredibly composed on the ball with 96% pass accuracy. A true leader's performance under immense pressure.

Midfielders

Hákon Arnar Haraldsson - 6.5: He worked tirelessly and created a big chance for his team. However, he found it difficult to impose himself on the game, especially after the red card. He showed flashes of quality but was eventually substituted as Lille chased the game.

Ngal'ayel Mukau - 6.0: Had a few nice touches and was tidy in possession before being sacrificed tactically. He was doing a decent job, but the red card meant his evening was cut short. An unfortunate victim of circumstance.

Benjamin André - 7.5: The captain put in a heroic shift. He was absolutely everywhere, making four tackles and fighting for every loose ball. He tried to drag his team through a difficult period and led by example with his work rate and tenacity. A warrior's performance.

Félix Correia - 5.5: A very anonymous performance. From our perspective, he just couldn't get involved in the game at all. He offered very little going forward and was easily contained by the Young Boys defence. His substitution was no surprise.

Ayyoub Bouaddi - 2.0: A complete and utter disaster. His rash challenge not only gave away a penalty but also resulted in a straight red card after just 32 minutes. It was a moment of madness that single-handedly ruined his team's chances. The worst performer on the pitch without a doubt.

Forwards

Olivier Giroud - 6.0: A frustrating and thankless task for the veteran striker. He had one big chance brilliantly saved, but he was isolated for most of the game. He worked hard but was starved of service, especially after the red card. Picked up a yellow card out of sheer frustration.

Substitutes

Soriba Diaoune - 6.0: Ran hard but couldn't get into the game.

Ethan Mbappé - 6.0: Showed some brief flashes but wasn't able to change the result.

Osame Sahraoui - 6.0: Brought on to add some spark but the game was already lost.

Nabil Bentaleb - N/A: Not on long enough to rate.

Tiago Santos - N/A: Not on long enough to rate.

Manager

B. Génésio - 6.0: It's hard to be too critical of the manager. His game plan was thrown into disarray by Bouaddi's red card. His substitutions were an attempt to salvage something, but his team was fighting a losing battle. A tough night at the office for him.

Sportsdunia's Player of the Match Goes to Gregory Wüthrich