Lyon was founded in 1950 and plays in the Ligue 1, the top division of France football. Home matches are played at Groupama Stadium (capacity 61,556). If you have ever attended a Lyon match, you can log it in Footbeen — the app will map every stadium you have been to, tally your stats, and remember every goal you have seen.
At a glance
- Founded
- 1950
- Country
- France
- League
- Ligue 1
- Home ground
- Groupama Stadium
- Capacity
- 61,556
Recent matches
- 19 Apr 2026 Paris Saint Germain vs Lyon 1 - 2
- 12 Apr 2026 Lyon vs Lorient 2 - 0
- 5 Apr 2026 Angers vs Lyon 0 - 0
- 22 Mar 2026 Lyon vs Monaco 1 - 2
- 19 Mar 2026 Lyon vs Celta Vigo 0 - 2
Upcoming Lyon fixtures
- 25 Apr 2026 Lyon vs Auxerre H
- 3 May 2026 Lyon vs Rennes H
- 9 May 2026 Toulouse vs Lyon A
- 16 May 2026 Lyon vs Lens H
Frequently asked
How do I track my Lyon matches?
Download Footbeen (free on iOS and Android). Lyon is pre-loaded along with every Ligue 1 fixture since 2010. Tap any match you attended, and it joins your diary — the stadium lights up on your personal map.
Where does Lyon play their home matches?
Lyon play home matches at Groupama Stadium in Décines-Charpieu, capacity 61,556.
Can I log old Lyon matches from years ago?
Yes. Footbeen's catalogue goes back to 2010, so you can retrospectively log Lyon matches you attended from any season since then.
What league does Lyon play in?
Lyon plays in the Ligue 1, the top division of France football.
What is Lyon's stadium capacity?
Lyon plays at Groupama Stadium, which has a capacity of 61,556 spectators in Décines-Charpieu.
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Explore more
- Ligue 1 — all clubs and standings
- Groupama Stadium — stadium details and matches
- Football in France — leagues, clubs, and stadiums
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