Benjamin André
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Captain anchors Lille's midfield
Andre has made five appearances for Lille this season, missing the campaign opener due to a yellow-card suspension carried over from last year.
Analysis: Andre remains Lille's captain and primary defensive midfielder under new manager Davide Ancelotti, posting 12 tackles, 10 clearances and three interceptions across his four starts and one substitute outing. He has already picked up one yellow card this season, a continuation of the disciplinary trend that cost him the opener, so suspension risk remains part of his profile. At 36 years old, his role as Lille's defensive anchor appears unchanged heading into the rest of the campaign.
Confusion cleared, not suspended
Andre did not actually receive the red card shown in the 95th minute of Friday's 2-2 draw with PSG, with the confusion stemming from a club staff member being sent off instead, according to the club.
Analysis: Andre had picked up a yellow card in the 52nd minute before being substituted off nine minutes later, appearing safe from any disciplinary issue. He finished last season with two goals and two assists across 27 Ligue 1 appearances, and this clarification means Lille will not be without their veteran captain for the club's next match against Toulouse on Sept. 3.
Sent off on sidelines
Andre received a red card in the 95th minute of Friday's 2-2 draw against PSG.
Analysis: Andre received a yellow card when on the field in the 52nd minute, although he was taken off just nine minutes later and looked to be safe from picking up a red card. However, he would still see his marching orders, as the midfielder received another yellow card in the 95th minute from the bench, leading to a suspension. This will force the midfielder out for a game, meaning the club will lose a starter, with Ngal'ayel Mukau as a likely replacement.
Option for play
Andre is no longer suspended and is an option for his club once again.
Analysis: Andre is back in the saddle for Lille after a suspension from last season carried over to the season opener, with the midfielder not available again. He will likely work back into starting time almost immediately, recording two goals and two assists in 27 appearances (26 starts) last season.
Suspended for season opener
Andre will miss Lille's season opener against Angers on August 23 due to yellow card accumulation dating from last season, according to the league.
Analysis: Andre made 27 Ligue 1 appearances last season, contributing two goals and two assists while continuing to captain the side, and should remain the main leader in midfield heading into 2026/27 under new coach Davide Ancelotti. Ayyoub Bouaddi and Nabil Bentaleb are expected to hold larger roles during his suspension, though Bouaddi could depart the club before that fixture given ongoing transfer speculation surrounding him.
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