Abner
LYO
Returns for UCL playoff round
Abner (not injury related) is in the squad for Wednesday's match against Fenerbahce.
Analysis: Abner didn't play in the Ligue 1 opener, but the Brazilian full-back should be back in the squad for this decisive UCL clash. Abner will compete for the starting role with Nicolas Tagliafico.
Out of squad for opener
Abner is not available for Saturday's match against Toulouse due to rest.
Analysis: Abner is being rotated out of Lyon's trip to Toulouse after featuring in the first leg against Fenerbahce, with Paulo Fonseca prioritizing freshness for the return fixture in the Champions League playoff on Wednesday. Mohamed Ouedraogo or Nicolas Tagliafico likely to fill in the left-back spot in this game.
Assists in two straight
Vinicius had an assist while taking one shot (on goal), crossing once accurately and creating two chances during Sunday's 4-2 win over Rennes.
Analysis: Vinicius set up Afonso Moreiera in the 52nd minute assisting Lyon's third goal. The fullback has assists in two straight matches while combining for three shots, three chances created and eight crosses over his last three starts.
Logs assist
Abner Vinicius assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), seven crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 win versus AJ Auxerre.
Analysis: Vinicius was rewarded for his service with an assist, even if he wasn't as efficient as he could've been. The defender will need to be more on point against Rennes to take advantage of a side which has let in 41 goals through 30 domestic contests.
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