Lille welcome Dinamo Zagreb on 27 November 2025 after a narrow defeat in Belgrade halted their European momentum. However, their domestic form at home remains extremely solid, and that will be the foundation of their confidence heading into this clash.
Hesitations and open matches for Dinamo Zagreb
Dinamo Zagreb have shown a very inconsistent face in Europe. At times the Croatian champions look sharp and aggressive in attack, creating chances and scoring freely. But when facing teams that play with higher intensity and sustained pressure, their defensive structure often breaks down. The heavy home defeat to Celta Vigo was a clear signal that when the tempo rises, Dinamo struggle to maintain compactness. An away trip to Lille - a team that thrives at home - is exactly the kind of scenario that exposes these weaknesses.
Lille strong at home despite European setback
Lille's narrow loss in Belgrade does not change the overall impression that they are a different team at home. Their last three Ligue 1 matches at Stade Pierre-Mauroy ended in convincing victories, driven by high tempo, solid organisation and clinical finishing. Their current home form suggests they will push aggressively from the start and look to dictate the match rhythm. The combination of strong home performances and opponent defensive inconsistency creates conditions for an open, dynamic clash.
Prediction: BTTS - yes
Both teams have the attacking tools to find the net, but neither side has shown consistent defensive reliability. Lille tend to force high-tempo football at home, while Dinamo Zagreb often respond with open, chance-filled matches - even when that exposes them at the back.
